2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Saab 9000

To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 and 2005 Saab 9000 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2005 Saab 9000. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2005 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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, 2005 BMW X5 (450 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9000. (280 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9000.

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