1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 12 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 93 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Silverado | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2837 mm |
