1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2004 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2004 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2004 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
Model | Suburban | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |