2006 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saab 03-Sep | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Saab | BMW |
Model | 03-Sep | 330 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |