2001 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 354 kg more than 2001 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, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
