2009 Saab 9-7X vs. 2003 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Saab 9-7X is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 9-7X (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 404 kg more than 2003 Toyota Corolla. 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 2003 Toyota Corolla. 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 (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saab 9-7X | 2003 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9-7X | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
