2006 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 293 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight. 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 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saab 03-Sep | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 03-Sep | Insight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
