1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2008 Saab 9-7X is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 9-7X (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 41 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 9-7X. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
Model | Suburban | 9-7X |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4160 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2880 mm |