2012 Honda Insight vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 409 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. 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, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Insight | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Insight | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
