2008 Nissan Primera vs. 1998 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 142 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 1998 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Primera | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
