2004 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2009 Saab 9-7X is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A4 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 9-7X (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Saab 9-7X.
Because 2009 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A4. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 2009 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | A4 | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
