2007 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 272 kg more than 2007 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 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Civic | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |