2008 Saab 9-7X vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saab 9-7X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saab 9-7X would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 9-7X (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 591 kg more than 2009 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester. 2008 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Forester 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 Saab 9-7X | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 9-7X | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
