2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 Saab 9-7X were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3.
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, 2007 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3. 2007 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | BMW | Saab |
Model | X3 | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 101.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 83 L |