1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2004 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Saab 03-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, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Shuttle | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Shuttle | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |