1997 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (182 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 375 kg more than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Explorer | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Explorer | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
