2005 Nissan Quest vs. 2004 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Saab 05-Sep. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 332 kg more than 2004 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 2004 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Quest | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
