2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2007 BMW Convertible 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 Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 160 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. 2007 Saab 03-Sep has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Convertible has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Convertible will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saab 03-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW Convertible | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | BMW | Saab |
Model | Convertible | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |