1998 Nissan President vs. 2001 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2001 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Saab 03-Sep. (227 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2001 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 1998 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saab 03-Sep. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saab 03-Sep. 1998 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 2001 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2001 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan President | 2001 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | President | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |
