2001 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Saab 05-Sep. (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2001 Saab 05-Sep.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saab 05-Sep | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Saab | Nissan |
| Model | 05-Sep | Altima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
