2007 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saab 05-Sep | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 05-Sep | Forester |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
