2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Express and 2009 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Express 2009 Saab 03-Sep
Make Chevrolet Saab
Model Express 03-Sep
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4798 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 279 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 399 Nm 221 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3940 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 83 L


 

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