2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (271 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 461 kg more than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2006 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Odyssey | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 58 L |
