2011 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
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 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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 Volkswagen Touran (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 03-Sep | Touran |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4689 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1529 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
