1998 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Saab 93
To start off, 2004 Saab 93 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Saab 93. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 93 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1998 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, 2004 Saab 93 (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Saab 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2004 Saab 93 | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Civic | 93 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |