2007 Infiniti M vs. 2000 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2000 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2007 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saab 05-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti M | 2000 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Infiniti | Saab |
| Model | M | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
