2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 and 2007 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2007 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 330 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| 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 | 228 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
