2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2006 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2006 BMW 330 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 330. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | BMW | Saab |
Model | 330 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 74.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |