2011 Saab 9-4X vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X will offer significantly more control. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 9-4X | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 9-4X | Civic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
