2006 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Uplander 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Uplander 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 Uplander 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 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Uplander. 2006 Chevrolet Uplander 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 Uplander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Uplander | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
Model | Uplander | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |