2012 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2012 Suzuki Jimny and 2012 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 215 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. 2012 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Suzuki | Saab |
| Model | Jimny | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
