2006 BMW 118 vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2006 BMW 118 and 2006 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 118 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2006 BMW 118 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 2006 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 118 | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | BMW | Saab |
Model | 118 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |