2005 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. 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 (300 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Accord | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 300 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |