2007 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2010 Acura RDX

To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 373 kg more than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Saab 03-Sep 2010 Acura RDX
Make Saab Acura
Model 03-Sep RDX
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 266 Nm 352 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1783 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4636 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1869 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1654 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 68 L


 

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