2004 Toyota Allion vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Allion. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 370 kg more than 2004 Toyota Allion. 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Allion. (148 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Allion.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Toyota Allion | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Toyota | Saab |
Model | Allion | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |