2005 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2005 BMW 520 and 2005 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2005 BMW 520 and 2005 Saab 03-Sep are equipped with a 2,171 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 BMW 520.
Because 2005 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 520 | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | BMW | Saab |
Model | 520 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |