2001 Saab 9-X vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saab 9-X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 9-X would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saab 9-X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 9-X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 9-X should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2001 Saab 9-X.
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, 2001 Saab 9-X (350 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi Q5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 9-X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi Q5. 2011 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Saab 9-X has manual transmission. 2001 Saab 9-X will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saab 9-X | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Saab | Audi |
| Model | 9-X | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2807 mm |
