1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey will offer significantly more control. 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 Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Odyssey | 2009 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Odyssey | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |