2005 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 230 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (281 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saab 05-Sep | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 05-Sep | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 99 L |
