2004 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 405 kg more than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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, 2013 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (264 Nm). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saab 03-Sep | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 03-Sep | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
