2007 Nissan Xterra vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra 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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. 2007 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Nissan Xterra | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Nissan | Saab |
Model | Xterra | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |