2006 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 05-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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 72 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2008 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Civic | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |