Chevrolet Tahoe vs Saab 9-7x
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Saab 9-7x
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet TahoeLS | Saab 9-7x4.2i |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LS | 4.2i |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet TahoeLS | Saab 9-7x4.2i |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $60,400 | $42,615 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet TahoeLS | Saab 9-7x4.2i |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| City MPG | 15 MPG (best) | 14 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 24 gal (best) | 22 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet TahoeLS | Saab 9-7x4.2i |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 355 hp (best) | 285 hp |
| Torque | 383 lb-ft (best) | 276 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 5.3 L (best) | 4.2 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet TahoeLS | Saab 9-7x4.2i |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 8 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 122.7 cu ft (best) | 80.1 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 8,400 lbs (best) | 5,600 lbs |
| Payload | 1,834 lbs (best) | 1,230 lbs |
| Curb weight | 5,509 lbs | 4,720 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 7.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 120.9 in (best) | 113 in |
| Length | 211.3 in (best) | 193.2 in |
| Width | 81 in (best) | 75.4 in |
| Height | 75.8 in (best) | 68.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet TahoeLS | Saab 9-7x4.2i |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 3 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 3 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Tahoe | Saab 9-7x |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LS $60,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 4.2i $42,615 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LS $63,400 MSRP | 5.3i $45,345 MSRP |
| 3 | Fleet $61,100 MSRP | Aero $49,105 MSRP |
| 4 | LT $63,400 MSRP | — |
| 5 | LT $66,400 MSRP | — |
| 6 | RST $68,400 MSRP | — |
| 7 | RST $71,400 MSRP | — |
| 8 | Z71 $70,400 MSRP | — |
| 9 | Premier $75,300 MSRP | — |
| 10 | Premier $78,300 MSRP | — |
| 11 | High Country $80,400 MSRP | — |
| 12 | High Country $83,400 MSRP | — |