2004 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Saab 9-7X
To start off, both 2004 BMW 318 and 2004 Saab 9-7X were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 9-7X (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318.
Because 2004 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Saab 9-7X (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318. 2004 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2004 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 318 | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
