2009 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 975 kg more than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saab 05-Sep | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Saab | Ford |
| Model | 05-Sep | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 2549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 136 L |
