2004 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Oldsmobile Alero would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (290 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. (203 Nm). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Alero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
| Model | Alero | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 290 HP |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 83 L |
