2008 Saab 9-7X vs. 2005 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Saab 9-7X is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Prius would be higher. 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 224 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Prius. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Prius.
Because 2008 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Prius. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Saab 9-7X | 2005 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Saab | Toyota |
Model | 9-7X | Prius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 76 HP |
Torque | 435 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |