2012 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2013 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. Both 2012 Saab 05-Sep and 2013 Volkswagen Eos are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Eos.
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 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Eos. (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Saab 05-Sep | 2013 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 05-Sep | Eos |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5009 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
