2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2001 Saab 9-X
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saab 9-X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 9-X would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 9-X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 9-X should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 83 kg more than 2001 Saab 9-X.
Because 2001 Saab 9-X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saab 9-X 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, 2001 Saab 9-X (350 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 9-X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 2001 Saab 9-X | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Camaro | 9-X |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
