2008 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2008 Toyota Previa

To start off, both 2008 Saab 05-Sep and 2008 Toyota Previa 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 Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Previa. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Saab 05-Sep.

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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Previa. (225 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 Previa.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Saab 05-Sep 2008 Toyota Previa
Make Saab Toyota
Model 05-Sep Previa
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 154 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1590 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 9.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 75 L


 

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