2000 Nissan Primera vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Primera.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Primera. 2011 Saab 9-4X has automatic transmission and 2000 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2000 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Saab 9-4X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Primera | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Primera | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2807 mm |
