2005 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2008 Saab 9-7X is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 9-7X (300 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Saab 9-7X (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325. 2008 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2008 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 325 | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
