2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2012 Saab 05-Sep.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (349 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2012 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2012 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
Model | Avalanche | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 349 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |