2005 Pontiac Grand Am vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 288 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 03-Sep (350 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am. (279 Nm). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Grand Am | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saab |
| Model | Grand Am | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |
