2011 Saab 9-4X vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Saab 9-4X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Saab 9-4X would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Saab 9-4X. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 9-4X.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL. 2011 Saab 9-4X has automatic transmission and 2012 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2012 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 9-4X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 9-4X | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Saab | Acura |
| Model | 9-4X | TL |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4829 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
