2010 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (256 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 436 kg more than 2010 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 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 2006 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Civic | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Civic | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1249 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1785 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
