1999 Mazda Activehicle vs. 2009 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2009 Saab 9-7X is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Activehicle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Activehicle would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 9-7X (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 571 kg more than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Activehicle. (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Activehicle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Activehicle | 2009 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Mazda | Saab |
| Model | Activehicle | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 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 | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
