2005 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2005 Toyota Previa

To start off, both 2005 Saab 03-Sep and 2005 Toyota Previa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 54 kg more than 2005 Toyota Previa. 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 (264 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Saab 03-Sep 2005 Toyota Previa
Make Saab Toyota
Model 03-Sep Previa
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 2358 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 264 Nm 221 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 88.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1579 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2900 mm