2000 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 4,160 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 167 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
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, 2007 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. 2007 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2000 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2000 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Jeep | Saab |
| Model | Wrangler | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 83 L |
