2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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 Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-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, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Colorado | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |
