2012 Acura ZDX vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 317 kg more than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX 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, 2012 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Acura ZDX | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Acura | Saab |
| Model | ZDX | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2007 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4887 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1595 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |
