2007 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Ford Focus and 2007 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 349 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus. 2007 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Focus | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
