2006 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Saab 9-2x
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 9-2x. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 9-2x would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Saab 9-2x. (227 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 9-2x. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2005 Saab 9-2x. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (560 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9-2x. (294 Nm). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9-2x.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 2005 Saab 9-2x | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 911 | 9-2x |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 415 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
