2001 Acura CL vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (247 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Acura CL. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 55 kg more than 2007 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (351 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Acura | Saab |
Model | CL | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |