2006 Lotus Elise 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 Lotus Elise. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lotus Elise would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Lotus Elise. (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2006 Lotus Elise.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lotus Elise. 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 (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lotus Elise. (187 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lotus Elise. 2007 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2006 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2006 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lotus Elise | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Lotus | Saab |
| Model | Elise | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |
