2006 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 Saab 03-Sep.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2008 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2008 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Civic | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |