2004 Honda Life vs. 2003 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 875 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life 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, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Life | 2003 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Life | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |