2005 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2008 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2008 Saab 9-7X is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 9-7X (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Saab 9-7X (542 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm). This means 2008 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Equinox | 2008 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
Model | Equinox | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 542 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 83 L |