2005 Saab 05-Sep vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 422 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. 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 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saab 05-Sep | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Saab | Toyota |
Model | 05-Sep | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
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 | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |