1999 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2000 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. (129 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 470 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. (177 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2000 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2000 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 2000 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
