2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 530. 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 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | BMW | Saab |
Model | 530 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |