2009 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2000 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. (256 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 38 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2000 Toyota Avalon (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. (258 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2009 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2009 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saab 05-Sep | 2000 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Saab | Toyota |
| Model | 05-Sep | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
