2009 Saab 9-7X vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M 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 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 56 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti M.
Because 2009 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Infiniti M. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 9-7X. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M 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 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Saab | Infiniti |
| Model | 9-7X | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |
