2011 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2011 Volkswagen Golf and 2011 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 311 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 03-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. 2011 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Saab |
| Model | Golf | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1229 kg | 1540 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
