2008 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 2010 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Volkswagen | Saab |
Model | New Beetle | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4689 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1529 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |