2002 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 376 kg more than 2011 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, 2002 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Saab 05-Sep | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Saab | Honda |
Model | 05-Sep | Civic |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1219 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |