2012 Acura ZDX vs. 2012 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2012 Acura ZDX and 2012 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 120 more horse power than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2012 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2012 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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 Saab 03-Sep (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura ZDX. 2012 Acura ZDX has automatic transmission and 2012 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2012 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Acura ZDX | 2012 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Acura | Saab |
| Model | ZDX | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 58 L |
