2005 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Saab 900i
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saab 900i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saab 900i would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 900i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 900i (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 900i should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 900i weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 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, 1998 Saab 900i (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 900i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1998 Saab 900i | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Civic | 900i |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |