1994 Saab 900 vs. 1999 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (168 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda CR-V weights approximately 155 kg more than 1994 Saab 900.
Because 1999 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda CR-V 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, 1994 Saab 900 (227 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Saab 900 | 1999 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Saab | Honda |
Model | 900 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 227 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |