2011 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2011 Saab 03-Sep and 2011 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus IS.
Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 03-Sep | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Saab | Lexus |
| Model | 03-Sep | IS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4689 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1529 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
