2001 Acura TL vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL. 2001 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2012 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2012 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Acura | Saab |
| Model | TL | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
