2008 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 9-7X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 9-7X would be higher. At 5,326 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Saab 9-7X (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5326 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
