2010 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, 2012 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Camry. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 70 kg more than 2010 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Camry. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Camry. 2010 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 2012 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2012 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Toyota Camry 2012 Saab 03-Sep
Make Toyota Saab
Model Camry 03-Sep
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 169 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 226 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1600 kg
Fuel Consumption Highway 7.4 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 61 L


 

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