2007 Toyota Corolla vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Toyota Corolla and 2007 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 279 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 2007 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Toyota | Saab |
Model | Corolla | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |