2008 Lotus Elise vs. 2008 Saab 9-7X
To start off, both 2008 Lotus Elise and 2008 Saab 9-7X were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 9-7X (300 HP) has 111 more horse power than 2008 Lotus Elise. (189 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Because 2008 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Saab 9-7X (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise. 2008 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2008 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2008 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lotus Elise | 2008 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Lotus | Saab |
| Model | Elise | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 83 L |
