2007 Saab 9-7X vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saab 9-7X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saab 9-7X would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Saab 9-7X (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 2007 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saab 9-7X | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 9-7X | Touran |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
