DETAILED CAR COMPARISON

1997 Saab 9-5 vs 1997 BMW Z3 Comparison

Compare technical specifications, scores and everyday-use differences side by side.

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WINNER

Saab 9-5

Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 1 points.

64.5–63.5
SPECIFICATION GROUPS

Every difference between the two cars

Basic Specifications

Saab 9-5SpecificationBMW Z3
SaabMakeBMW
9-5ModelZ3
1997Model year1997
SedanBody typeCabriolet
5Seats2
4Doors2

Performance

Saab 9-5SpecificationBMW Z3
9,8 s0–100 km/h9,5 s
215 km/hTop speed205 km/h
1985 ccEngine displacement1895 cc
150 HPPower140 HP
240 NmTorque180 Nm
4Cylinders4

Fuel & Consumption

Saab 9-5SpecificationBMW Z3
PetrolFuel typePetrol
75 ltFuel tank51 lt
13,5 ltUrban consumption11,4 lt
7,3 ltExtra-urban consumption6,0 lt

Transmission & Chassis

Saab 9-5SpecificationBMW Z3
Front-wheel driveDrivetrainRear-wheel drive
5Gears5
185/65 R15Tyre size205/60 R15
YesABSYes

Dimensions

Saab 9-5SpecificationBMW Z3
4805 mmLength4025 mm
1792 mmWidth1692 mm
1449 mmHeight1288 mm
1485 KgWeight1185 Kg
2703 mmWheelbase2446 mm

E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note

1997 Saab 9-5 and 1997 BMW Z3 approach the same decision from different angles. We compare the exact versions so changes in engine, transmission, dimensions and equipment are not hidden behind the model names.

Overall, Saab 9-5 leads the E-Kıyasla score by 1 points. The score provides a consistent summary, while the best choice can still change with priorities such as urban efficiency, luggage space, performance or equipment.

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