2004 Saab 9-7X vs. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, both 2004 Saab 9-7X and 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 171 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Because 2004 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. 2004 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 Saab 9-7X | 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9-7X | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 16 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |
