2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 9-7X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 9-7X would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Saab 9-7X. (290 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 9-7X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X will offer significantly more control. 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 Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 9-7X. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Silverado | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |
