2004 Saab 9-7X vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saab 9-7X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saab 9-7X would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 9-7X (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2004 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saab 9-7X | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9-7X | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
