2008 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-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 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 224 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-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 05-Sep | |
Make | Volkswagen | Saab |
Model | New Beetle | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 2288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |