2006 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 7 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 715 kg more than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne
Make Saab Porsche
Model 05-Sep Cayenne
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2290 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 328 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 5250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 89 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.5 : 1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel / Electric Hybrid
Top Speed 235 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 seconds 6.1 seconds
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 2315 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4846 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2154 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1705 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2895 mm


 

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