2006 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2011 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2011 Toyota iQ is newer by 5 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 665 kg more than 2011 Toyota iQ. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saab 03-Sep | 2011 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 03-Sep | iQ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 32 L |
