1994 Audi A8 vs. 2009 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2009 Saab 9-7X is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A8 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Saab 9-7X. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saab 9-7X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 391 kg more than 1994 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - 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, 1994 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 9-7X. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A8 | 2009 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A8 | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 83 L |
