2010 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. 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 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Saab 05-Sep | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Saab | Volvo |
| Model | 05-Sep | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1928 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5009 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
