2004 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Civic | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 89.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |