2005 Saab 9000 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2005 Saab 9000 and 2005 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Saab 9000. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 9000 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
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 9000 (350 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saab 9000 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 9000 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2362 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1362 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
