2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 2005 Saab 9000
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Maxima and 2005 Saab 9000 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 Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Saab 9000. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 9000 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9000. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Maxima | 2005 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Maxima | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2288 cc |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1585 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
