1997 Saturn S-Series vs. 1997 Honda Civic
In comparing the 1997 Saturn S-Series's and the 1997 Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, The 1997 Honda Civic has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1997 Saturn S-Series's and the 1997 Honda Civic's specifications and ratings, the 1997 Honda Civic is a better car than the 1997 Saturn S-Series.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1997 Saturn S-Series’s base engine makes 100 horsepower, and the 1997 Honda Civic base engine makes 106 horsepower. The S-Series is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles. The Civic is rated to deliver an average of 30 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 385 miles.This gives the 1997 Honda Civic the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 1997 Saturn S-Series the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 1997 Honda Civic has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2350 - 12007
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.310074
Saturn S-Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Honda Civic Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.374731 / 10
Reliability:
9.024194 / 10
Retained Value:
9.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Saturn S-Series Rankings
Not yet available
Honda Civic Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 26Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 43Ranking
2 out of / 18Ranking
3 out of / 26Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 11Ranking
6 out of / 43Ranking
8 out of / 11Ranking
9 out of / 11Ranking
10 out of / 26Ranking
11 out of / 43Ranking
13 out of / 26Ranking
21 out of / 26Ranking
24 out of / 43Ranking
37 out of / 43Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
1997 Saturn S-Series Trim Levels
SC1, SC2, SL, SL1, SL2, SW1, SW2
1997 Honda Civic Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
100 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
114 foot-lbs @ 2400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.043 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
106 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
103 foot-lbs @ 4600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 36 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
288 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
28 / 35 / 30
Range (city/hwy):
308 / 385 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
31 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.2 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.8 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2309 lbs
Width:
67.3 inches
Height:
52.2 inches
Length:
180 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2271 lbs
Width:
67.1 inches
Height:
54.1 inches
Length:
175.1 inches
Wheelbase:
103.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available