2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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 (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Accord | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |