2005 Acura CL vs. 2006 Saab 9-7X
To start off, 2006 Saab 9-7X is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura CL would be higher. At 4,195 cc, 2006 Saab 9-7X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 9-7X (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Acura CL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 9-7X should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Saab 9-7X.
Because 2006 Saab 9-7X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Saab 9-7X (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura CL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 9-7X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 2006 Saab 9-7X | |
Make | Acura | Saab |
Model | CL | 9-7X |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4195 cc |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 101.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1530 kg |
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 |