2008 Honda Element vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element.
Because 2011 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Element | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |