2005 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2003 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Hardbody | 2003 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Hardbody | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1665 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |
