2006 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 510 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm). This means 2010 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saab 03-Sep | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Saab | Toyota |
Model | 03-Sep | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 244 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 79 L |