2007 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2008 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2008 Saab 9-7X is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac Escalade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac Escalade would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Saab 9-7X. (390 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2007 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 9-7X. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 2008 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Cadillac | Saab |
| Model | Escalade | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
