2009 Saab 9-7X vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Saab 9-7X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saab 9-7X 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 190 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2009 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saab 9-7X | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Saab | Hyundai |
| Model | 9-7X | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2794 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
