2001 Seat Toledo vs. 2001 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2001 Seat Toledo and 2001 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,327 cc, 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (203 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Seat Toledo. (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 9 kg more than 2001 Seat Toledo. 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, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Toledo. (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Toledo. 2001 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Toledo | 2001 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Seat | Saab |
| Model | Toledo | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2327 cc | 1985 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
