2011 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V 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 39 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-V.
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 (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda CR-V | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | CR-V | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |