2005 Acura MDX vs. 2005 Saab 9000
To start off, both 2005 Acura MDX and 2005 Saab 9000 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Saab 9000. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 461 kg more than 2005 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 9000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9000. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2005 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Acura | Saab |
| Model | MDX | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2288 cc |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1585 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 61 L |
