2012 Audi Q7 vs. 2002 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 760 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi Q7 | 2002 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | Q7 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5394 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 1000 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1737 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3002 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |
