2008 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 19 kg more than 2008 Saab 05-Sep.
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 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saab 05-Sep | 2010 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 05-Sep | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
