2011 Saab 9-4X vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 9-4X | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 9-4X | Civic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6950 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
