2007 Nissan Maxima vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2012 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Maxima | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Nissan | Saab |
Model | Maxima | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3505 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |