2006 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saab 03-Sep | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 03-Sep | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 13.8 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 | 1530 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
