2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 462 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest. 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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Nissan | Saab |
| Model | Quest | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
