2006 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2006 BMW M3 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 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2006 BMW M3 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 M3. 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 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. 2006 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW M3 | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | BMW | Saab |
Model | M3 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3244 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |