2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2006 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2006 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
Model | Silverado | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 61 L |