2009 Acura TSX vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura TSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura TSX would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Acura TSX. (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura TSX.
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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Acura | Saab |
| Model | TSX | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 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 | 4730 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
