2011 Saab 9-4X vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 168 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 9-4X | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9-4X | Prius |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
