2005 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (400 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 330 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
