2008 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus 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 166 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2011 Saab 9-4X has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus 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:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Focus | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
