2000 Holden Astra vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Astra would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Astra. 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 (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra. 2007 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2000 Holden Astra has manual transmission. 2000 Holden Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Astra | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Holden | Saab |
| Model | Astra | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
