2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
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 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
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2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
Model | Uplander | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |