2008 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2008 Saab 9-7X
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Captiva and 2008 Saab 9-7X were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 9-7X (300 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
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 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. 2008 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Captiva | 2008 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
Model | Captiva | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 320 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |