2007 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Civic | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |