2001 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Saab 93
To start off, 2004 Saab 93 is newer by 3 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Saab 93. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 93 weights approximately 690 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, 2004 Saab 93 (280 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2004 Saab 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 2004 Saab 93 | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Civic | 93 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |