2012 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. Both 2012 Saab 03-Sep and 2013 Volkswagen Jetta are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (113 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 311 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Saab 03-Sep | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 03-Sep | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1289 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
