2008 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 4 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 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (145 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 349 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Saab 05-Sep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (176 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saab 05-Sep | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Saab | Hyundai |
| Model | 05-Sep | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 48 L |
