2008 Toyota Camry vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 316 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.
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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Camry | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Toyota | Saab |
Model | Camry | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1384 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |