2005 Honda Pilot vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 570 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 2005 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (264 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Pilot | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Pilot | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 264 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |