2004 Honda HR-V vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2004 Honda HR-V and 2004 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 540 kg more than 2004 Honda HR-V. 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, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V. 2004 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2004 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda HR-V | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | HR-V | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 61 L |