2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, both 2006 GMC Sierra and 2006 Saab 9-7X 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 45 more horse power than 2006 Saab 9-7X. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 9-7X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 948 kg more than 2006 Saab 9-7X. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 9-7X. (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Sierra | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | GMC | Saab |
Model | Sierra | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 5326 cc |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 83 L |