2011 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. 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 2013 Chrysler 300. 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Saab 05-Sep | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Saab | Chrysler |
Model | 05-Sep | 300 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 358 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 534 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1928 kg | 2048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5009 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |