2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,818 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 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 81 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Porsche 911 | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Porsche | Saab |
Model | 911 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 68 L |