2010 Volvo XC60 vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 383 kg more than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 03-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Volvo XC60 2004 Saab 03-Sep
Make Volvo Saab
Model XC60 03-Sep
Year Released 2010 2004
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 281 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1893 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4628 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1712 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2774 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 61 L


 

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