2001 Saab 9-X vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saab 9-X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 9-X would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saab 9-X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 9-X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 9-X should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 9-X weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. 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, 2001 Saab 9-X (350 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 9-X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saab 9-X | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Saab | Renault |
| Model | 9-X | Duster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2673 mm |
