2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 1 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Saab 9-7X. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 9-7X.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 447 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Dodge | Saab |
| Model | Durango | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 83 L |
