1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia and 1999 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia 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 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Saab 05-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, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. 1999 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Nissan | Saab |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |