2008 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2008 Saab 03-Sep and 2008 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Volvo V50.
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 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V50. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V50. 2008 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2008 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2008 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saab 03-Sep | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Saab | Volvo |
| Model | 03-Sep | V50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
