2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Altima | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Nissan | Saab |
Model | Altima | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |