2007 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 91 kg more than 2007 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2007 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2007 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saab 05-Sep | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 05-Sep | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 180 L |
