2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2001 Saab 05-Sep

To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2001 Saab 05-Sep.

Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saab 05-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Excursion 2001 Saab 05-Sep
Make Ford Saab
Model Excursion 05-Sep
Year Released 2005 2001
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5949 cc 2962 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 325 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 759 Nm 350 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5760 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 2040 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3490 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 167 L 75 L