2005 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra

To start off, both 2005 Saab 03-Sep and 2005 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 150 kg more than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Saab 03-Sep 2005 Toyota Tundra
Make Saab Toyota
Model 03-Sep Tundra
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 3400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 1800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 299 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1720 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3270 mm


 

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