2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Silverado | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
