2011 Saab 9-4X vs. 2009 SsangYong Rexton
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 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 82 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rexton. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rexton.
Because 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Saab | SsangYong |
| Model | 9-4X | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
