2008 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Ford Crown Victoria. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2010 Ford Crown Victoria is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Crown Victoria 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 | 2010 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Saab | Ford |
| Model | 05-Sep | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
