2011 Saab 9-4X vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 325 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 50 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325.
Because 2010 BMW 325 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, 2010 BMW 325 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 (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 9-4X | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Saab | BMW |
| Model | 9-4X | 325 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6950 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
