1998 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 2004 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Saab 05-Sep | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 05-Sep | Accord |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
