2007 Honda S2000 vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Honda S2000. (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda S2000.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000. 2011 Saab 9-4X has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2007 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 9-4X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda S2000 | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | S2000 | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
