2001 Honda Fit vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 655 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. 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, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 2008 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Fit | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
