2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 2009 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2009 Saab 9-7X is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Saab 9-7X. (390 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 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 182 kg more than 2001 Ferrari 360.
Because 2009 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Saab 9-7X (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ferrari 360. 2009 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari 360 | 2009 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saab |
| Model | 360 | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3573 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |
