2006 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus RX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Lexus | Saab |
| Model | RX | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
