2001 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2001 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saab 05-Sep | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 05-Sep | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1786 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
