2004 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 7 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 2011 Saab 9-4X has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 9-4X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
