2006 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Saab 03-Sep.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (400 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Acura | Saab |
| Model | MDX | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 54 L |
