2007 Buick Rainier vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 1 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 4,195 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Saab 9-7X. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 9-7X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Rainier weights approximately 20 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, both vehicles can yield 376 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Buick | Saab |
Model | Rainier | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 4195 cc |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 83 L |