2008 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 934 kg more than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saab 05-Sep | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 05-Sep | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
