2006 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 41 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saab 05-Sep | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Saab | Chevrolet |
Model | 05-Sep | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |