2007 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 9-7X (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Saab 9-7X (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2008 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2008 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |
