2000 Honda Insight vs. 2000 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2000 Honda Insight and 2000 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 645 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 2000 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Insight | 2000 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Insight | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Type | electric | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 240 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |