2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | Impala | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
