SAAB 900 1993 vs BMW 3 series 1991
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual/Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| SAAB 900 is available with front wheel drive, while BMW 3 series can be equipped with rear wheel drive. | |||
| Engines: | 2.0 - 2.5 (petrol) | 1.6 - 2.8 (petrol, diesel) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol engines. BMW 3 series is available also with diesel engines. Diesel engines typically offer better fuel efficiency and higher torque compared to other engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 130 - 185 HP | 90 - 193 HP | |
| Torque: | 177 - 263 NM | 141 - 280 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.5 - 12.5 seconds | 7.3 - 15 seconds | |
| In general, SAAB 900 are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than BMW 3 series. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.4 - 11.3 | 6.5 - 10.0 | |
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SAAB 900 petrol engines consumes on average 1.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than BMW 3 series. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.64 m | 4.43 m | |
| Width: | 1.71 m | 1.70 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.39 m | |
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SAAB 900 is larger. SAAB 900 is 21 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, 1 cm wider, while the height of SAAB 900 is 5 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | no data | 435 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 1200 litres | |
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 10 meters | |
| The turning circle of the SAAB 900 is 0.9 metres more than that of the BMW 3 series, which means SAAB 900 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 1`600 kg | ~ 1`755 kg | |
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| Quality: | above average | low | |
| Average price (€): | 7000 | 3800 | |
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