2004 Honda Fit vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep

To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 535 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. 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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Honda Fit 2007 Saab 05-Sep
Make Honda Saab
Model Fit 05-Sep
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1335 cc 1985 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 82 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1595 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2710 mm


 

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