2002 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318.
Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 318 | 2011 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | BMW | Saab |
Model | 318 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4689 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1529 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |