2000 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester 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 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Subaru Forester | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Subaru | Saab |
| Model | Forester | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2837 mm |
