2005 Saab 9000 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2005 Saab 9000 and 2005 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,288 cc, 2005 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9000 (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 9000 weights approximately 418 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, 2005 Saab 9000 (280 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saab 9000 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 9000 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 1666 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1167 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
