2008 Hyundai Entourage vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage 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 4,195 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 467 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Entourage | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saab |
| Model | Entourage | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
