2005 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. (256 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
Because 2005 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saab 05-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 NSX (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. (258 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 2009 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Acura | Saab |
| Model | NSX | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
