2011 Saab 9-4X vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Saab 9-4X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Saab 9-4X would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 2011 Saab 9-4X has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Saab | Nissan |
| Model | 9-4X | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
