2006 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 451 kg more than 2010 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, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saab 05-Sep | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Saab | Honda |
Model | 05-Sep | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2169 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |