2006 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2006 Saab 03-Sep and 2006 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 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 (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saab 03-Sep | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 03-Sep | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
