2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Saab 9-4X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 9-4X. 2011 Saab 9-4X has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Subaru | Saab |
| Model | Forester | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
