1999 Honda Life vs. 2012 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 965 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Saab 03-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life. 2012 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Life | 2012 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Life | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1755 kg |
