2009 Volvo XC70 vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2009 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 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, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo XC70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo XC70 | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Volvo | Saab |
| Model | XC70 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
