2005 Saab 9-7X vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Saab 9-7X is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Solara would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9-7X (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Solara.
Because 2005 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-7X 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, 2005 Saab 9-7X (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Solara. 2005 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saab 9-7X | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9-7X | Solara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
