2002 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 05-Sep (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 153 kg more than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Saab 05-Sep | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Saab | Nissan |
| Model | 05-Sep | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
