2010 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (395 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (256 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 183 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Because 2013 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 911 (441 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (258 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 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 | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Saab | Porsche |
Model | 05-Sep | 911 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1978 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |