2009 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (280 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (355 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saab 03-Sep | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Saab | Volvo |
| Model | 03-Sep | S60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
