1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (265 HP @ 6950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Corvette | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
