2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Hardbody and 2007 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (206 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (141 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 274 kg more than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Hardbody | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
