2001 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Element.
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, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element. 2011 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2001 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2001 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saab 03-Sep | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 03-Sep | Element |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
