2008 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Honda Civic and 2008 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 285 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Saab 03-Sep (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Honda | Saab |
Model | Civic | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |