2008 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, both 2008 Saab 05-Sep and 2008 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 Saab 05-Sep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Saab 05-Sep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Saab 05-Sep | 2008 BMW 330 | |
Make | Saab | BMW |
Model | 05-Sep | 330 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |