2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saab 9-7X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saab 9-7X would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2007 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Equinox | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |
