2004 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Saleen S7
To start off, 2009 Saleen S7 is newer by 5 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 668 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 23 kg more than 2009 Saleen S7.
Because 2009 Saleen S7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Saleen S7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 797 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2009 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Honda | Saleen |
| Model | Civic | S7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2692 mm |
