2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Saab 9-7X
To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 and 2005 Saab 9-7X were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9-7X (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9-7X. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9-7X. 2005 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2005 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | X5 | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
