1991 Saab 9000 vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saab 9000. (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Saab 9000 | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Saab | Audi |
| Model | 9000 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2807 mm |
