2011 Audi Q7 vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Audi Q7 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q7 weights approximately 951 kg more than 2010 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2011 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q7 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, 2011 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi Q7 | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | Q7 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2525 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
