2005 Saab 03-Sep vs. 1997 Honda Today
To start off, 2005 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 820 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Today 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 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saab 03-Sep | 1997 Honda Today | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 03-Sep | Today |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
