2008 Saab 05-Sep vs. 1995 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2008 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 305 kg more than 1995 Toyota Venture. 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, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saab 05-Sep | 1995 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 05-Sep | Venture |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
