2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 467 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | E-350 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
