2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
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, 2007 Saab 9-7X (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saab |
Model | R | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |