2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2000 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 410 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2000 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2000 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 2000 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Pilot | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 75 L |
