2005 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 35 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (281 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saab 05-Sep | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Saab | Subaru |
Model | 05-Sep | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 350 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |