2006 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 576 kg more than 2006 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saab 05-Sep. 2010 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2006 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2006 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saab 05-Sep | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Saab | BMW |
| Model | 05-Sep | X6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
