2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2004 Saab 9-7X

To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Equinox and 2004 Saab 9-7X were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 9-7X (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox.

Because 2004 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saab 9-7X 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, 2004 Saab 9-7X (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. 2004 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Equinox has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Equinox will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Equinox 2004 Saab 9-7X
Make Chevrolet Saab
Model Equinox 9-7X
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 272 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 372 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2880 mm


 

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