2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (256 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 473 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-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 Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. (258 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saab 05-Sep. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2010 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2010 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
Model | Tahoe | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |