2007 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saab 05-Sep 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 130 more horse power than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Saab 9-7X.

Because 2009 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Saab 9-7X (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. 2009 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2007 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2007 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Saab 05-Sep 2009 Saab 9-7X
Make Saab Saab
Model 05-Sep 9-7X
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2290 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 542 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1574 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 19.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 83 L


 

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