2002 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2002 Honda Z

To start off, both 2002 Saab 05-Sep and 2002 Honda Z were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 525 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z 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, 2002 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z. 2002 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2002 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2002 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Saab 05-Sep 2002 Honda Z
Make Saab Honda
Model 05-Sep Z
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1983 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 60 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 66 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 64 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 3410 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 35 L