2006 Mercedes-Benz A vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz A 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 5,326 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Because 2006 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saab |
| Model | A | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5326 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
