2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1994 Saab 900. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1994 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1994 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Saab 900. (227 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Saab 900. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 1994 Saab 900 has manual transmission. 1994 Saab 900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Avalanche | 900 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
