1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2011 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Caprice | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2837 mm |
