2009 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 689 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (241 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | F-150 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 61 L |