2002 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 203 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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 (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2008 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Accord | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |