1996 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Saturn Vue 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Saturn Vue (202 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2007 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Civic | Vue |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
