2011 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
Model | 03-Sep | Touareg |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4689 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1529 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |