2011 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 03-Sep | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Saab | Ford |
| Model | 03-Sep | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 369 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4689 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1529 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |
