2011 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2000 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 183 kg more than 2000 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 05-Sep | 2000 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Saab | BMW |
| Model | 05-Sep | 730 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1928 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5009 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
