2008 Acura RDX vs. 2008 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Acura RDX and 2008 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saab 03-Sep. 2008 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2008 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2008 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 2008 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Acura | Saab |
| Model | RDX | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
