2011 Saab 03-Sep vs. 2000 BMW 320
To start off, 2011 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320.
Because 2011 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 03-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, 2011 Saab 03-Sep (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (214 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 03-Sep | 2000 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Saab | BMW |
| Model | 03-Sep | 320 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4689 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1529 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2675 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
