2003 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2008 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2008 Saab 9-7X is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 9-7X (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2003 Porsche Cayenne.
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, 2008 Saab 9-7X (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Cayenne. 2008 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche Cayenne will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2008 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Porsche | Saab |
| Model | Cayenne | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 83 L |
