2007 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC.
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, 2007 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Civic | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
