2011 Saab 9-4X vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Navara 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 93 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Navara.
Because 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Navara 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 | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Saab | Nissan |
| Model | 9-4X | Navara |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
