2007 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Grandeur would be higher. At 3,341 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 189 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Grandeur.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Grandeur | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Hyundai | Saab |
Model | Grandeur | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3341 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1739 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |