2011 Ford Flex vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (271 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 423 kg more than 2006 Saab 03-Sep.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Flex | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Flex | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2995 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
