2006 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2006 BMW 330 and 2006 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-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 90 kg more than 2006 Saab 05-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 05-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 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2006 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | BMW | Saab |
Model | 330 | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |