2011 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Saab 03-Sep. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2002 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saab 03-Sep. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X5 | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | X5 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4857 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1776 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 61 L |
