2006 Ford Mondeo vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, both 2006 Ford Mondeo and 2006 Saab 9-7X were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 66 kg more than 2006 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mondeo. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Mondeo | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Mondeo | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 83 L |
