1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
Model | Suburban | 9-4X |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2807 mm |