2008 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 2008 Saab 05-Sep and 2008 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 258 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry. 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 (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry. 2008 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saab 05-Sep | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 05-Sep | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
