2004 Xedos 9 vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (256 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2010 Saab 05-Sep.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (258 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Xedos 9 | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Xedos | Saab |
| Model | 9 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
