2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 565 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 2007 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Yaris 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Yaris | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Toyota | Saab |
| Model | Yaris | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
