2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Taurus X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Taurus X would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Taurus X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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 Ford Taurus X (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Taurus X | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 62 L |
