2004 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 84 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (264 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saab 03-Sep | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 03-Sep | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
