2006 Saab 9-7X vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 9-7X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 9-7X would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Saab 9-7X. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 9-7X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2006 Saab 9-7X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 9-7X. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saab 9-7X | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Saab | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 9-7X | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5500 cc |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 96 L |
