1995 Honda Today vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 945 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 2006 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 1995 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1995 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Today | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Today | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
