2009 Ford Edge vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2009 Ford Edge is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 9-7X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 9-7X would be higher. At 5,326 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Ford Edge. (261 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 564 kg more than 2009 Ford Edge. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Saab 9-7X (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Edge. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Edge | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Ford | Saab |
Model | Edge | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5326 cc |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |