2008 Ford Ranger vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger 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 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger. 2007 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Ford | Saab |
| Model | Ranger | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
