2009 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 569 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2009 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saab 05-Sep | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 05-Sep | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
