2009 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2009 BMW 730 and 2009 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 242 kg more than 2009 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 2009 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 2009 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 730 | 2009 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | BMW | Saab |
Model | 730 | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |