2012 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2012 Suzuki Splash
To start off, both 2012 Saab 05-Sep and 2012 Suzuki Splash were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 878 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Splash. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Splash. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Splash. (118 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Splash. 2012 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Splash has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Splash will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Saab 05-Sep | 2012 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Saab | Suzuki |
| Model | 05-Sep | Splash |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 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 | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5009 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
