2004 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X 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 5,326 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 9-7X weights approximately 376 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.
Because 2006 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X will offer significantly more control. 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 9-7X (447 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X 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 9-7X | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Civic | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 5326 cc |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 447 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |