2011 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton has automatic transmission and 2011 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2011 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Saab 05-Sep | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
Model | 05-Sep | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5009 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2881 mm |