2004 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,195 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Saab 9-7X. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 9-7X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Saab 9-7X. 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, 2004 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 9-7X. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | S4 | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
