2007 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, both 2007 Saab 05-Sep and 2007 BMW 530 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 05-Sep (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2007 BMW 530 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 530. 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 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saab 05-Sep. 2007 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2007 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2007 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saab 05-Sep | 2007 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Saab | BMW |
| Model | 05-Sep | 530 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
