2004 Buick Rainier 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 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Rainier 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 119 more horse power than 2004 Buick Rainier. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Rainier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 521 kg more than 2009 Saab 9-7X.
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, 2009 Saab 9-7X (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Rainier. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Rainier | 2009 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Buick | Saab |
Model | Rainier | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 83 L |