2005 Peugeot 406 vs. 2005 Saab 9-2x
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 406 and 2005 Saab 9-2x were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc, 2005 Saab 9-2x is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9-2x (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 9-2x weights approximately 49 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Saab 9-2x is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x 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, 2005 Saab 9-2x (225 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 9-2x will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 406 | 2005 Saab 9-2x | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 406 | 9-2x |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
