2006 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Ford Escape. (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Escape.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Saab 9-4X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Escape | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
