2005 Nissan Frontier vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 284 kg more than 2005 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier 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, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Frontier | 2008 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Frontier | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
