2011 Saab 9-4X vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2011 Saab 9-4X and 2011 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 152 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (350 Nm). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2011 Saab 9-4X has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 9-4X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 9-4X | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Saab | Honda |
| Model | 9-4X | Civic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1460 mm |
