Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors.
Performance
Power:
200 HP
167 HP
Torque:
240 NM
224 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
n/a seconds
9.6 seconds
Honda Saber engine produces 33 HP more power than Toyota Camry, whereas torque is 16 NM more than Toyota Camry.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
no data
9.9
Fuel tank capacity:
65 litres
70 litres
Engines
Engine production duration:
5 years
19 years
Engine spread:
Used only for this car
Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Toyota RAV4, Toyota Previa
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Toyota Camry might be a better choice in this respect.
Toyota Camry 2006 2.4 engine: A fairly robust engine, easy to maintain and spare parts are readily available. Not too sensitive to fuel quality. High oil consumption and relatively short chain life (around 170 000 km).
Dimensions
Length:
4.86 m
4.82 m
Width:
1.80 m
1.82 m
Height:
1.42 m
1.46 m
Honda Saber is 5 cm longer than the Toyota Camry, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Honda Saber is 4 cm lower.
