1999 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 1999 Honda Civic and 1999 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1999 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
