2007 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2007 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saab 05-Sep | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 05-Sep | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
