2008 Acura TL vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Saab 05-Sep. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2012 Saab 05-Sep.
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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Acura | Saab |
| Model | TL | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
