2005 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2005 BMW 645

To start off, both 2005 Saab 03-Sep and 2005 BMW 645 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (148 HP @ 1800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 BMW 645 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 645. 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 BMW 645 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 03-Sep. 2005 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 2005 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2005 Saab 03-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2005 Saab 03-Sep 2005 BMW 645
Make Saab BMW
Model 03-Sep 645
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1985 cc 4392 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 326 HP
Engine RPM 1800 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 447 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.1 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.5:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.6 seconds 6.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1895 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 12.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 70 L