2006 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Audi Q5. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi Q5.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 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 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saab 05-Sep | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Saab | Audi |
Model | 05-Sep | Q5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |