2006 Saab 9-7X vs. 2006 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, both 2006 Saab 9-7X and 2006 Volkswagen Fox were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 216 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 518 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. 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 2006 Volkswagen Fox. 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Fox. 2006 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Fox has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Fox 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 9-7X | Fox |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1390 cc |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1012 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
