2007 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2004 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (180 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 236 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen GTI. (235 Nm). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saab 05-Sep | 2004 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 05-Sep | GTI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
