2007 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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 (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
