2001 Honda Insight vs. 1999 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2001 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (231 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2001 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 629 kg more than 2001 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, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (357 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Insight | 1999 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Insight | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
