2009 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2005 Toyota Celsior
To start off, 2009 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Celsior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celsior would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celsior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celsior (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celsior 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 311 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celsior.
Because 2005 Toyota Celsior is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Celsior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Celsior (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celsior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saab 05-Sep | 2005 Toyota Celsior | |
Make | Saab | Toyota |
Model | 05-Sep | Celsior |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2290 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |