2007 Audi S4 vs. 2009 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2009 Saab 9-7X is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S4 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 9-7X (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Audi S4. (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Saab 9-7X (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 2009 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Audi | Saab |
| Model | S4 | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
