2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, both 2005 Ford Explorer and 2005 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (265 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Explorer 2005 Saab 03-Sep
Make Ford Saab
Model Explorer 03-Sep
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4014 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 265 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 9.5:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1530 kg
Wheelbase Size 2870 mm 2675 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 62 L