2009 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 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, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2003 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2003 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Civic 2003 Saab 03-Sep
Make Honda Saab
Model Civic 03-Sep
Year Released 2009 2003
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1797 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 140 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87.3 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1461 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.1 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 61 L


 

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