2005 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Saab 9000
To start off, both 2005 Honda Accord and 2005 Saab 9000 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,288 cc, 2005 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Saab 9000. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Saab 9000. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9000. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 2005 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2288 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1585 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
