2011 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. Both 2011 Saab 03-Sep and 2012 Volkswagen GTI are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen GTI.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. 2012 Volkswagen GTI has automatic transmission and 2011 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2011 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen GTI will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 03-Sep | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 03-Sep | GTI |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4646 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1781 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
