2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Saab 05-Sep.
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 Saab 05-Sep (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz. 2005 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Jazz | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |
