2012 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2012 BMW 335 and 2012 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2012 Saab 03-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Saab 03-Sep. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Saab 03-Sep.
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2012 BMW 335 | 2012 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | BMW | Saab |
Model | 335 | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |