2002 Toyota Corolla vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 395 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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 Toyota Corolla (270 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Corolla | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Toyota | Saab |
| Model | Corolla | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
