2007 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Saab 05-Sep

To start off, both 2007 BMW 730 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 BMW 730 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 730. 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 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 05-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 730 2007 Saab 05-Sep
Make BMW Saab
Model 730 05-Sep
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 2171 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 255 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 244 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.9 seconds 11.9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1820 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 5180 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3140 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 75 L


 

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