2009 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (280 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Acura TL. (279 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TL.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2009 Saab 03-Sep (355 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saab 03-Sep | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Saab | Acura |
| Model | 03-Sep | TL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
