2011 Honda Pilot vs. 2003 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 313 kg more than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Honda Pilot | 2003 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Pilot | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1847 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |