2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2001 Saab 9-X
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saab 9-X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 9-X would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saab 9-X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 9-X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 9-X should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 278 kg more than 2001 Saab 9-X.
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, 2001 Saab 9-X (350 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 9-X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2001 Saab 9-X | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | CR-V | 9-X |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
