2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2001 Saab 9-X
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saab 9-X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 9-X would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 9-X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 9-X should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1526 kg more than 2001 Saab 9-X.
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, 2006 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saab 9-X. (350 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saab 9-X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2001 Saab 9-X | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | F-150 | 9-X |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2680 mm |
