2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2006 Honda Odyssey and 2006 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 445 kg more than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2006 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2006 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Odyssey | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |
