1996 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2007 Saab 9-7X has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saab 9-7X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Civic | 9-7X |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 4160 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |