2001 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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. Both 2001 Honda Civic and 1998 Saab 05-Sep are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 245 kg more than 2001 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, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1998 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
