2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep

To start off, both 2007 GMC Sierra and 2007 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 743 kg more than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 GMC Sierra 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 2007 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-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, 2007 GMC Sierra (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 05-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

2007 GMC Sierra 2007 Saab 05-Sep
Make GMC Saab
Model Sierra 05-Sep
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4802 cc 2290 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 414 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2268 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 5850 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 3650 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 10.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 70 L


 

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