2011 Saab 9-4X vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Golf. 2011 Saab 9-4X has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 9-4X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 9-4X | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 9-4X | Golf |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 4148 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1735 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2512 mm |
