1998 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320.
Because 2010 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 320 | 2010 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | BMW | Saab |
Model | 320 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4689 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1529 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |