2007 Acura TL vs. 2009 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2009 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Saab 05-Sep. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL 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 174 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
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, 2009 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2009 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Acura | Saab |
Model | TL | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |