2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1999 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1999 Saab 03-Sep. (129 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saab 03-Sep. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saab 03-Sep. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1999 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 1999 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 1999 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Titan | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 68 L |
