2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2009 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, 2009 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 3 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 416 kg more than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 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 2009 Saab 03-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Honda Odyssey 2009 Saab 03-Sep
Make Honda Saab
Model Odyssey 03-Sep
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3473 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 244 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.5:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1574 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 79 L 61 L


 

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