2004 Nissan Quest vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Quest | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Quest | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
