2006 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2008 Saab 9-7X is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 9-7X (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5.
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 (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (441 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2008 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | X5 | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 83 L |
