2011 Saab 9-4X vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Saab 9-4X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 9-4X | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Saab | Volkswagen |
| Model | 9-4X | Golf |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
