2004 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 5,326 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Nissan 350Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Saab 9-7X (447 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan 350Z | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | 350Z | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 5326 cc |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
