2009 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 561 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Accord | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |