2003 Infiniti M vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2011 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2003 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti M | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Infiniti | Saab |
| Model | M | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
