2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2005 Nissan 350Z and 2005 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 49 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2005 Nissan 350Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan 350Z | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Nissan | Saab |
Model | 350Z | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1579 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |