2008 Ford Edge vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Ford Edge and 2008 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 333 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Because 2008 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge 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, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Edge | 2008 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Edge | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |