2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Avalanche | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 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 | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 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 |
