2004 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Saab 05-Sep. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 375 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Saab 05-Sep (281 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2004 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saab 05-Sep | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 05-Sep | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11:01 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1642 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1445 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
