2006 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Saab 9-7X. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saab 9-7X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
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 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 9-7X. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 2008 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | F-150 | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4160 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |