2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 176 kg more than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
Model | Silverado | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |