2004 Saab 9-7X vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 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 114 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2004 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saab 9-7X | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 9-7X | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| 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 | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 4770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
