2012 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2010 Toyota Venza

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 Venza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota Venza would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 106 kg more than 2012 Saab 03-Sep.

Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza 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, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Venza. 2010 Toyota Venza 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 Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Saab 03-Sep 2010 Toyota Venza
Make Saab Toyota
Model 03-Sep Venza
Year Released 2012 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2000 cc 2700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 220 HP 182 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 349 Nm 246 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type 6-speed manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1706 kg
Fuel Consumption 7.1 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 67 L


 

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