2012 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2012 Scion iQ
To start off, both 2012 Saab 03-Sep and 2012 Scion iQ were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2012 Scion iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Scion iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 635 kg more than 2012 Scion iQ. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Scion iQ. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Scion iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Saab 03-Sep | 2012 Scion iQ | |
| Make | Saab | Scion |
| Model | 03-Sep | iQ |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 965 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 32 L |
