2006 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Saab |
| Model | New Beetle | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
