2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Toyota | Saab |
| Model | Tacoma | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 62 L |
