2012 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (414 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 560 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Saab 03-Sep | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Saab | Porsche |
| Model | 03-Sep | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2160 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
