2005 Honda Fit vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 868 kg more than 2005 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Fit | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Fit | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
