2003 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, both 2003 Saab 03-Sep and 2003 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Saab 03-Sep 2003 Nissan X-Trail
Make Saab Nissan
Model 03-Sep X-Trail
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2184 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 112 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 2000 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 16.0:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 165 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1665 kg 1600 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 60 L


 

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