2006 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 374 kg more than 2011 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 (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saab 05-Sep | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 05-Sep | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1216 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
