2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2011 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Corvette | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
