2009 Saab 9-7X vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Saab 9-7X is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (351 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Saab 9-7X. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Saab 9-7X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 109 kg more than 2009 Saab 9-7X. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 9-7X. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saab 9-7X | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
Model | 9-7X | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4160 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 351 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 439 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |