2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2006 GMC Sierra 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 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 788 kg more than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | GMC | Saab |
Model | Sierra | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 301 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 | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |