2005 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Saab 05-Sep (309 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 1999 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | BMW | Saab |
Model | 325 | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |