1998 Honda Today vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 615 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 2005 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Honda Today 2005 Saab 03-Sep
Make Honda Saab
Model Today 03-Sep
Year Released 1998 2005
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 655 cc 1985 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 47 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 241 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1325 kg


 

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