2007 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 3 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 648 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.
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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2010 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
