2005 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4

To start off, both 2005 Saab 03-Sep and 2005 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4. (145 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4. 2005 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2005 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Saab 03-Sep 2005 Toyota RAV4
Make Saab Toyota
Model 03-Sep RAV4
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 1998 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 6200 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 201 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1310 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2320 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 6.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 57 L


 

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