2011 Saab 9-4X vs. 2010 BMW 330
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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 BMW 330. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 330.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 330. 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, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 9-4X. 2011 Saab 9-4X has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 330 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 | 2010 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Saab | BMW |
| Model | 9-4X | 330 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
