1999 Nissan Xterra vs. 1999 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, both 1999 Nissan Xterra and 1999 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Saab 03-Sep. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1999 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 54 kg more than 1999 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Xterra 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, 1999 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Nissan Xterra 1999 Saab 03-Sep
Make Nissan Saab
Model Xterra 03-Sep
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2393 cc 2171 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 141 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 209 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1584 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2680 mm


 

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