2012 Dodge Durango vs. 2012 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2012 Dodge Durango and 2012 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 625 kg more than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dodge Durango 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 2012 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 03-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, 2012 Dodge Durango (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. 2012 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2012 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2012 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Durango | 2012 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Dodge | Saab |
| Model | Durango | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1600 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 61 L |
