2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2001 Saab 9-X
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saab 9-X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 9-X would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 9-X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 9-X should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 490 kg more than 2001 Saab 9-X.
Because 2001 Saab 9-X is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saab 9-X 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, 2001 Saab 9-X (350 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (319 Nm). This means 2001 Saab 9-X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 2001 Saab 9-X | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Quest | 9-X |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2680 mm |
