1988 Porsche 944 vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X 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, 2007 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | 944 | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2680 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2880 mm |
