2005 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (176 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 69 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 05-Sep | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
