2001 Honda City vs. 2000 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. 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 54 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 545 kg more than 2001 Honda City. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2000 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda City | 2000 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | City | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |