2003 Honda Inspire vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Inspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Inspire weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Inspire. (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Inspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Inspire | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Inspire | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |
