2011 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2012 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
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 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 05-Sep | 2012 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 05-Sep | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5009 mm | 4278 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
