2009 BMW 523 vs. 2012 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2012 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 523 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (220 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523.
Because 2009 BMW 523 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 2009 BMW 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Saab 05-Sep (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 2012 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | BMW | Saab |
| Model | 523 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
