2008 Saab 9-7X vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saab 9-7X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saab 9-7X would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 9-7X (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight.
Because 2008 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Saab 9-7X 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, 2008 Saab 9-7X (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Saab 9-7X | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Saab | Honda |
Model | 9-7X | Insight |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 18.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |