2004 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 391 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, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
