2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V.
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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | CR-V | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
