Car comparison

Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V AerovsNissan Cedric (Y34) 3.0i V6

Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.

New comparison

Saab 9-5

2.3 T 16V Aero

250 hp2290 ccGasolineFWDManualTurbochargedSedan1999-2001
VS

Nissan Cedric (Y34)

3.0i V6

240 hp2987 ccGasolineRWDAutomaticNaturally aspiratedSedan1999-2001

Comparison overview

Use the estimates as comparison hints and verify exact figures before making decisions.

Best choices

Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V Aero

  • Quickest 0-100 km/h
    6.9 s
  • Fastest top speed
    260 km/h
    162 mph Unrestricted
    250 km/h
    155 mph Restricted
  • Most powerful
    250 hp
    186 kW
  • Highest torque
    350 Nm
    258 lb-ft
  • Lightest
    1,540 kg
    3,395 lb
  • Best power-to-weight
    162 hp/t
    121 kW/t
    6.2 kg/hp
  • Lowest combined fuel consumption
    9.8 L/100 km
    24.0 mpg US
    28.8 mpg UK
  • Best estimated range
    714 km
    444 mi
  • Best overall score
    63/100
  • Best performance score
    58/100
  • Best economy score
    81/100

Specification comparison

Specification comparison
ModelSaab9-52.3 T 16V AeroNissanCedric (Y34)3.0i V6
Power
250hp186kW
240hp179kW
Torque
350Nm258lb-ft
309Nm228lb-ft
Curb weight
1,540kg3,395lb
1,600kg3,527lb
Gross weight
2,110kg4,652lb
1,875kg4,134lb
Top speed
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
Calculated
235 km/h
146 mph
To 99% top speed
70.8s99% target: 257 km/h / 160 mph
Calculated
69.4s99% target: 233 km/h / 145 mph
Calculated
0-100 km/h
6.9s
7.5s
0-200 km/h
21.7s
Calculated
27.4s
Calculated
0-60 mph
6.6s
Calculated
7.1s
Calculated
Fuel consumption
9.8L/100 km24mpg US28.8mpg UK
11.4L/100 km20.6mpg US24.8mpg UK
Fuel consumption city
14.8L/100 km15.9mpg US19.1mpg UK
-
Fuel consumption highway
6.8L/100 km34.6mpg US41.5mpg UK
-
Quarter mile
14.8s
Calculated
15.4s
Calculated
Power-to-weight
162hp/t121kW/t74hp/1000 lb
Calculated
150hp/t112kW/t68hp/1000 lb
Calculated
Torque-to-weight
227Nm/t152lb-ft/ton
Calculated
193Nm/t129lb-ft/ton
Calculated
Estimated range
714km444mi
Calculated
702km436mi
Calculated
Displacement
2,290cc140cu in
2,987cc182cu in
Length
4,810mm189in
4,860mm191in
Width
1,790mm70in
1,770mm70in
Height
1,450mm57in
1,450mm57in
Wheelbase
2,705mm106in
2,800mm110in
Front track
1,520mm60in
1,510mm59in
Rear track
1,520mm60in
1,510mm59in
Ground clearance-
150mm6in
Trunk volume
500L
-
Doors
4
4
Seats
5
5
Fuel tank
70L
80L

Performance charts

Use the estimates as comparison hints and verify exact figures before making decisions.

Dyno simulation

Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.

Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V AeroNissan Cedric (Y34) 3.0i V6PowerTorque
  • Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V Aero: Power / Torque
  • Nissan Cedric (Y34) 3.0i V6: Power / Torque
Dyno simulation data table
VehiclePeak power RPMPeak torque RPMMax engine speed
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero5,300 rpm1,900 rpm5,550 rpm
NissanCedric (Y34)3.0i V66,400 rpm3,600 rpm6,650 rpm

Acceleration curve

Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.

Acceleration and drag-race table
MetricSaab9-52.3 T 16V AeroNissanCedric (Y34)3.0i V6
Acceleration checkpoints
0-60 mph
0-97 km/h
6.6 s
7.1 s
0-100 km/h
0-62 mph
6.9 s
7.5 s
0-200 km/h
0-124 mph
21.7 s
27.4 s
Top speed
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
Likely limited
235 km/h
146 mph
Drag race simulation
60 ft
18 m
2.7 s
2.7 s
330 ft
101 m
6.7 s
6.9 s
1/8 mile
201 m
9.9 s
10.2 s
1000 ft
305 m
12.6 s
13.0 s
1/4 mile
402 m
14.8 s
15.4 s
Trap speed
1/4 mile
402 m
166 km/h
103 mph
156 km/h
97 mph

Power comparison

Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW

Chart data table
VehicleValue
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
250 hp
186 kW
NissanCedric (Y34)3.0i V6
240 hp
179 kW

Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V Aero has 10 hp more than Nissan Cedric (Y34) 3.0i V6.

The biggest power difference is between Nissan Cedric (Y34) 3.0i V6 and Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V Aero: 10 hp (7 kW).

Torque comparison

Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft

Chart data table
VehicleValue
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
350 Nm
258 lb-ft
NissanCedric (Y34)3.0i V6
309 Nm
228 lb-ft

Curb weight comparison

Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb

Chart data table
VehicleValue
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
1,540 kg
3,395 lb
NissanCedric (Y34)3.0i V6
1,600 kg
3,527 lb

Top speed without limiter comparison

Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph

Chart data table
VehicleValue
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
NissanCedric (Y34)3.0i V6
235 km/h
146 mph

0-100 km/h comparison

Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds

Chart data table
VehicleValue
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero6.9 s
NissanCedric (Y34)3.0i V67.5 s

The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V Aero and Nissan Cedric (Y34) 3.0i V6: 0.6 s.

Fuel consumption comparison

Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK

Chart data table
VehicleValue
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
9.8 L/100 km
24.0 mpg US
28.8 mpg UK
NissanCedric (Y34)3.0i V6
11.4 L/100 km
20.6 mpg US
24.8 mpg UK

The biggest fuel consumption difference is between Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V Aero and Nissan Cedric (Y34) 3.0i V6: 1.6 L/100 km.

Power-to-weight comparison

Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t

Chart data table
VehicleValue
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
162 hp/t
121 kW/t
6.2 kg/hp
NissanCedric (Y34)3.0i V6
150 hp/t
112 kW/t
6.7 kg/hp

Estimated range comparison

Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi

Chart data table
VehicleValue
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
714 km
444 mi
NissanCedric (Y34)3.0i V6
702 km
436 mi

Performance spider chart

Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.

Chart data table
VehiclePowerAccelerationTop speed
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
250 hp
186 kW
6.9 s
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
NissanCedric (Y34)3.0i V6
240 hp
179 kW
7.5 s
235 km/h
146 mph

Most attractive quadrant

Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.

Chart data table
VehiclePerformance scorePracticality score
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
Power
250 hp
186 kW
0-100 km/h6.9 s
Top speed
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
Doors/seats
4 doors
5 seats
Trunk
500 L
17.7 cu ft
Length
4,810 mm
189.4 in
Height
1,450 mm
57.1 in
NissanCedric (Y34)3.0i V6
Power
240 hp
179 kW
0-100 km/h7.5 s
Top speed
235 km/h
146 mph
Doors/seats
4 doors
5 seats
Trunk-
Length
4,860 mm
191.3 in
Height
1,450 mm
57.1 in

Performance vs fuel economy

Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.

Performance vs fuel economy data table
VehiclePerformance scoreFuel economy score
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
Power
250 hp
186 kW
0-100 km/h6.9 s
Top speed
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
9.8 L/100 km
24.0 mpg US
28.8 mpg UK
NissanCedric (Y34)3.0i V6
Power
240 hp
179 kW
0-100 km/h7.5 s
Top speed
235 km/h
146 mph
11.4 L/100 km
20.6 mpg US
24.8 mpg UK

Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V Aero is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.

Acceleration vs fuel consumption

Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.

Acceleration vs fuel consumption data table
VehicleFuel consumption, L/100 km0-100 km/h, s
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
9.8 L/100 km
24.0 mpg US
28.8 mpg UK
6.9 s
NissanCedric (Y34)3.0i V6
11.4 L/100 km
20.6 mpg US
24.8 mpg UK
7.5 s

Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption

The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.

Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption data table
VehiclePower-to-weight, hp/tFuel consumption, L/100 km
Saab9-52.3 T 16V Aero
162 hp/t
121 kW/t
6.2 kg/hp
9.8 L/100 km
24.0 mpg US
28.8 mpg UK
NissanCedric (Y34)3.0i V6
150 hp/t
112 kW/t
6.7 kg/hp
11.4 L/100 km
20.6 mpg US
24.8 mpg UK

Detailed score breakdown

Detailed score breakdown
VehicleSaab9-52.3 T 16V AeroNissanCedric (Y34)3.0i V6
Power
250 hp
186 kW
240 hp
179 kW
Torque
350 Nm
258 lb-ft
309 Nm
228 lb-ft
Acceleration
6.9 s
7.5 s
Top speed
Unrestricted
260 km/h162 mph
Restricted
250 km/h155 mph
235 km/h
146 mph
Lightness
1,540 kg
3,395 lb
1,600 kg
3,527 lb
Fuel consumption
9.8 L/100 km
24.0 mpg US
28.8 mpg UK
11.4 L/100 km
20.6 mpg US
24.8 mpg UK
Practicality
Doors/seats
4 doors
5 seats
Trunk
500 L
17.7 cu ft
Length
4,810 mm
189.4 in
Height
1,450 mm
57.1 in
Doors/seats
4 doors
5 seats
Trunk-
Length
4,860 mm
191.3 in
Height
1,450 mm
57.1 in
Range score
714 km
444 mi
702 km
436 mi
Trunk score
500 L
17.7 cu ft
-
Power-to-weight score
162 hp/t
121 kW/t
6.2 kg/hp
150 hp/t
112 kW/t
6.7 kg/hp
Overall
Fixed score
Fixed score

Fuel cost and annual usage

Estimate running costs from combined consumption, your annual distance, and the fuel price in your local currency.

Enter the fuel price in your local currency, for example €/L, $/gal, £/L or any other local currency.

LC = Local Currency

Fuel cost and annual usage
VehicleSaab 9-5 2.3 T 16V AeroNissan Cedric (Y34) 3.0i V6
Consumption9.8 L/100 km24 mpg US28.8 mpg UK11.4 L/100 km20.6 mpg US24.8 mpg UK
Cost / 100 km17.15 LC100 km19.95 LC100 km
Cost / 100 mi27.60 LC100 mi32.11 LC100 mi
Annual fuel used1,470 L388 US gal323 UK gal1,710 L452 US gal376 UK gal
Annual fuel cost2,573 LC/year2,993 LC/year

Head-to-head comparisons

Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V Aero

  • Has 10 hp more
  • Has 41 Nm more
  • Is 60 kg lighter
  • Is 0.6 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
  • Has 25 km/h (16 mph) higher top speed
  • Uses 1.6 L/100 km less fuel
  • Has 12 hp/t better power-to-weight
  • Has 13 km (8 mi) more estimated range

Pros

  • Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
  • Highest top speed
  • Most powerful
  • Highest torque
  • Lightest
  • Lowest combined fuel consumption
  • Best power-to-weight ratio
  • Best estimated range

Nissan Cedric (Y34) 3.0i V6

No measurable advantages in the available data.

Cons

  • Slowest 0-100 km/h
  • Lowest power
  • Highest combined fuel consumption
  • Heaviest
  • Lowest top speed

Choose cars to compare

Brand
Model
Generation
Engine or modification
Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V Aero
Nissan Cedric (Y34) 3.0i V6
Compare selected cars
2 vehicles selected

Popular comparisons

2.3 T 16V Aero
2.7 T V6
VS
Saab9-52.3 T 16V AerovsAUDIA6 (4B/C5)2.7 T V6
3.0i V6
3.0T V6
VS
NissanCedric (Y34)3.0i V6vsNissanCedric (Y33)3.0T V6
2.3 T 16V Aero
2.3 T5
VS
Saab9-52.3 T 16V AerovsVolvoS702.3 T5
3.0i V6
3.5 i V6
VS
NissanCedric (Y34)3.0i V6vsNissanTeana3.5 i V6
2.3 T 16V Aero
535i V8
VS
Saab9-52.3 T 16V AerovsBMW5 Series (E39)535i V8
3.0i V6
2.0 SSS-Z
VS
NissanCedric (Y34)3.0i V6vsNissanBluebird (U14)2.0 SSS-Z
2.3 T 16V Aero
535i V8
VS
Saab9-52.3 T 16V AerovsBMW5 Series (E39)Facelift 2000535i V8
2.3 T 16V Aero
5.0 i V8 SS
VS
Saab9-52.3 T 16V AerovsHoldenCommodore (VT)5.0 i V8 SS
2.3 T 16V Aero
330i
VS
Saab9-52.3 T 16V AerovsBMW3 Series Sedan (E46)330i
2.3 T 16V Aero
2.3 T5 20V
VS
Saab9-52.3 T 16V AerovsVolvoS602.3 T5 20V
2.3 T 16V Aero
2.8 24V T6
VS
Saab9-52.3 T 16V AerovsVolvoS802.8 24V T6
2.3 T 16V Aero
2.7 V6
VS
Saab9-52.3 T 16V AerovsAUDIA6 (4B/C5)Facelift 20012.7 V6
Saab 9-5 2.3 T 16V Aero vs Nissan Cedric (Y34) 3.0i V6 - car comparison - FastVsFaster