2004 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (198 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Saab 05-Sep.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Saab 05-Sep (309 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1998 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1998 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 325 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
