2001 Toyota Allion vs. 2003 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2003 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Allion. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 375 kg more than 2001 Toyota Allion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Allion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Allion 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, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Allion. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Allion | 2003 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Toyota | Saab |
| Model | Allion | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
