2008 BMW 118 vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 118 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 173 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (181 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 118 | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
