2004 Nissan Altima vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2004 Nissan Altima and 2004 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,505 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 299 kg more than 2004 Nissan Altima.
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, 2004 Saab 03-Sep (315 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2004 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Altima | 2004 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Nissan | Saab |
Model | Altima | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2505 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 315 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |