2004 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2001 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2001 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 330 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
