2007 Ford Maverick vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 323 kg more than 2007 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Maverick | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Maverick | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
