1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
| Model | Cutlass | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2807 mm |
