2008 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 405 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2001 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2001 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2001 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Accord | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
