2009 Ford Flex vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Flex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Flex would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 962 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Flex | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |