2003 GMC Sierra vs. 2003 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2003 GMC Sierra and 2003 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2003 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Sierra weights approximately 782 kg more than 2003 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Sierra 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, 2003 GMC Sierra (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saab 05-Sep. 2003 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2003 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2003 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Sierra | 2003 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | GMC | Saab |
| Model | Sierra | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 75 L |
