2007 Acura TL vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SC would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 370 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TL | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Acura | Saturn |
| Model | TL | SC |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 258 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
