2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Murano. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Saab 03-Sep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (400 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Murano | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 54 L |
