2007 BMW 745 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 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 745 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 64 more horse power than 2007 BMW 745. (326 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 745 weights approximately 541 kg more than 2009 Saab 9-7X.
Because 2009 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2007 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 9-7X. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 745 | 2009 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 745 | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 83 L |
