2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Equinox and 2006 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (186 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Equinox | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
