2011 Saab 9-4X vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 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 3,000 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 31 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (234 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Because 2013 Ford Fusion is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Saab 9-4X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion 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 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Saab | Ford |
| Model | 9-4X | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
