2008 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 510 kg more than 2008 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saab 05-Sep | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 05-Sep | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3270 mm |
