2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Volkswagen | Saab |
Model | Touareg | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4646 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 62 L |