2008 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (1,153 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 804 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Saab |
| Model | Touareg | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 1153 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2837 mm |
