2011 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2011 Scion xD
To start off, both 2011 Saab 05-Sep and 2011 Scion xD were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2011 Scion xD. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 737 kg more than 2011 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Scion xD. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion xD. 2011 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2011 Scion xD has manual transmission. 2011 Scion xD will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 05-Sep | 2011 Scion xD | |
| Make | Saab | Scion |
| Model | 05-Sep | xD |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1928 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5009 mm | 3929 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1509 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2461 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
