2008 Saab 9-7X vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Saab 9-7X. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saab 9-7X.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche 911. 2008 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche 911 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Saab | Porsche |
| Model | 9-7X | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |
