2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Saab 03-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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2011 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2011 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Excursion | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 62 L |
