2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 4,195 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Because 2006 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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, 2006 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Trans Sport | 9-7X |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4195 cc |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2880 mm |
