2005 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2005 Toyota Allion

To start off, both 2005 Saab 05-Sep and 2005 Toyota Allion were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (182 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Allion. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Allion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 Toyota Allion. 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 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Allion. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Allion.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Saab 05-Sep 2005 Toyota Allion
Make Saab Toyota
Model 05-Sep Allion
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2290 cc 1494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 1800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 84.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1525 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2710 mm


 

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