1996 Toyota Venture vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 106 kg more than 1996 Toyota Venture. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture. 2002 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Venture | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Toyota | Saab |
| Model | Venture | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
