1999 Honda Legend vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 1999 Honda Legend and 1999 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. 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, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. 1999 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1999 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 1999 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Legend | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Legend | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
