2005 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX.
Because 2011 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | NSX | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
