2007 Honda Element vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Honda Element and 2007 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 345 kg more than 2007 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2007 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element 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 05-Sep (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Element. 2007 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2007 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2007 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Element | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |