2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Qashqai 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 188 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (161 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. 2011 Saab 9-4X has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 9-4X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Qashqai | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Qashqai | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
