2011 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 423 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. 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 2007 BMW 330. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Saab 05-Sep | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Saab | BMW |
Model | 05-Sep | 330 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2800 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1928 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5009 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |