2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Equinox and 2008 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2008 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2008 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Equinox | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
