2010 Nissan Patrol vs. 2012 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, 2012 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. (220 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1185 kg more than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Patrol 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, 2010 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. 2010 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2012 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2012 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Nissan Patrol 2012 Saab 03-Sep
Make Nissan Saab
Model Patrol 03-Sep
Year Released 2010 2012
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5600 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 559 Nm 349 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2785 kg 1600 kg
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 61 L


 

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