2007 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, both 2007 Saab 03-Sep and 2007 Volkswagen Multivan were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 176 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saab 03-Sep | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 03-Sep | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
