2006 Saab 9-7X vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 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 182 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 48 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. 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 2001 Citroen C5. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saab 9-7X | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Saab | Citroen |
| Model | 9-7X | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
