2008 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Honda Jazz. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 472 kg more than 2008 Honda Jazz. 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Jazz | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Jazz | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |