1998 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 272 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. 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, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Saab 05-Sep | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 05-Sep | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
