2011 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 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 152 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318.
Because 2011 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 318. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Saab 05-Sep | 2004 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Saab | BMW |
| Model | 05-Sep | 318 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5009 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
