2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X 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, 2007 Saab 9-7X (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Fiesta | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 83 L |
