2004 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 3,540 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Saab 05-Sep. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 309 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 05-Sep. (309 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saab 05-Sep | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 05-Sep | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3540 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
