2003 AC Aceca vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2003 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 9-4X. 2011 Saab 9-4X has automatic transmission and 2003 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2003 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 9-4X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | AC | Saab |
| Model | Aceca | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
