SAAB 9-5 2007 vs Volvo XC90 2003
| Body: | Sedan | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.4 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 163 HP | |
| Torque: | 240 NM | 340 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.8 seconds | 12 seconds | |
| SAAB 9-5 engine produces 13 HP less power than Volvo XC90, whereas torque is 100 NM less than Volvo XC90. Despite less power, SAAB 9-5 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.0 | 8.3 | |
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The Volvo XC90 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. SAAB 9-5 consumes 0.7 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo XC90, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the SAAB 9-5 could require 105 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 830 km in combined cycle | 840 km in combined cycle | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Volvo XC90 2003 2.4 engine: These diesel engines are frequently affected by intake manifold swirl flap seizures. This issue often leads to airflow disruptions and rough engine operation.
The actuator for the turbocharger, which relies ... More about Volvo XC90 2003 2.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.84 m | 4.80 m | |
| Width: | 1.79 m | 1.90 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.74 m | |
| SAAB 9-5 is 4 cm longer than the Volvo XC90, 11 cm narrower, while the height of SAAB 9-5 is 29 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 500 litres | 249 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 2404 litres | |
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SAAB 9-5 has more luggage capacity. SAAB 9-5 has 251 litres more trunk space than the Volvo XC90. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 12.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the SAAB 9-5 is 1.9 metres less than that of the Volvo XC90, which means SAAB 9-5 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`800 | 2`720 | |
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| Quality: | no data | low | |
| Average price (€): | 2600 | 4000 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.0/10 | 9.1/10 | |
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