1999 Honda Insight vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Insight would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 750 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Insight | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |