2009 Saab 9-7X vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2009 Saab 9-7X is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 9-7X (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Cressida. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 721 kg more than 1993 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X 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, 2009 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Cressida. (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saab 9-7X | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9-7X | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |
