2005 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
