2008 Honda Stream vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Honda Stream and 2008 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 Honda Stream. 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, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream. 2008 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Stream | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Stream | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |