2007 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Durango 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 180 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 769 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2009 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Dodge | Saab |
Model | Durango | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 83 L |