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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (247 HP @ 5500 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 238 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 (363 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (350 Nm). 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
