2010 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2008 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 118 would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 543 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Saab 05-Sep | 2008 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Saab | BMW |
| Model | 05-Sep | 118 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1928 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5009 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
