2009 Nissan Armada vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Armada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 03-Sep. (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Armada | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4646 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 62 L |
