2003 Acura CL vs. 2007 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2007 Saab 9-7X is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura CL would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 9-7X (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura CL.
Because 2007 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Saab 9-7X 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, 2007 Saab 9-7X (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura CL | 2007 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Acura | Saab |
Model | CL | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 83 L |