2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2009 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 Honda Pilot. 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, 2009 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 2009 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Pilot | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |
