2007 BMW 550 vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2007 BMW 550 and 2007 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2007 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 550 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 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | BMW | Saab |
Model | 550 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |