2007 Saab 9-7X vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Saab 9-7X. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 9-7X.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Expedition. 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 9-7X. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition 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 | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Saab | Ford |
Model | 9-7X | Expedition |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 127 L |