2005 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saab 03-Sep | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 03-Sep | Venza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |
