2007 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60.
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 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (351 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S60 | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Volvo | Saab |
| Model | S60 | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
