1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep

To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Chevrolet Silverado 2005 Saab 05-Sep
Make Chevrolet Saab
Model Silverado 05-Sep
Year Released 1999 2005
Body Type Pickup Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5327 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 291 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1835 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2710 mm


 

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