2005 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2009 Saab 9-7X is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 9-7X (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 401 kg more than 2009 Saab 9-7X.
Because 2009 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Saab 9-7X (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2009 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 730 | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |
