1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Saab 9000. (175 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 767 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1988 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1988 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Suburban | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2670 mm |
