2011 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
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 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Legend. 2006 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2011 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2011 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 05-Sep | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 05-Sep | Legend |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5009 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
