2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Highlander (302 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Highlander | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Toyota | Saab |
| Model | Highlander | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4689 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1529 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
