2012 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester. 2012 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Saab 05-Sep | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Saab | Subaru |
Model | 05-Sep | Forester |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5009 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |