2000 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
