2006 Saab 9-7X vs. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. 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 129 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2006 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saab 9-7X | 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Saab | Toyota |
Model | 9-7X | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2982 cc |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2370 mm |