2004 Acura CL vs. 1998 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2004 Acura CL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. (198 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 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, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (309 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura CL | 1998 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Acura | Saab |
Model | CL | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |