2002 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 11 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 247 kg more than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Saab 05-Sep | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Saab | Nissan |
| Model | 05-Sep | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |
