2006 Saab 03-Sep vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. Both 2006 Saab 03-Sep and 1995 Toyota Carina are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 310 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saab 03-Sep | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 03-Sep | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
