2009 BMW X5 vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2009 BMW X5 and 2009 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (280 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.
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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (355 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X5 | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | BMW | Saab |
Model | X5 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |