2002 Acura CL vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.
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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Acura | Saab |
Model | CL | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |