2002 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Saab 05-Sep | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Saab | Porsche |
| Model | 05-Sep | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2355 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |
