2000 Saturn LW vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn LW (136 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn LW weights approximately 149 kg more than 2012 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, 2000 Saturn LW (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn LW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic. 2000 Saturn LW has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Saturn LW will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn LW | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Saturn | Honda |
| Model | LW | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
