2005 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, both 2005 Saab 03-Sep and 2005 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (145 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica. 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, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saab 03-Sep | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 03-Sep | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
