2007 Saab 9-7X vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 4 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 730.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 730. 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, 2011 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 9-7X. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Saab 9-7X | 2011 BMW 730 | |
Make | Saab | BMW |
Model | 9-7X | 730 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4160 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5072 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 82 L |