BMW 318i vs Saab 900
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
1998 Saab 900
Overview
| Spec | BMW 318i318i | Saab 900S |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 318i | S |
| Body style | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 1998 | 1998 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 318i318i | Saab 900S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 | $0 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 318i318i | Saab 900S |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | 16.4 gal | 18 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 318i318i | Saab 900S |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 138 hp | 150 hp (best) |
| Torque | 133 lb-ft | 155 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.9 L | 2.3 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 318i318i | Saab 900S |
|---|---|---|
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | — | 50 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,954 lbs (best) | 2,990 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in (best) | 102.4 in |
| Length | 174.5 in | 182.6 in (best) |
| Width | 66.9 in | 67.4 in (best) |
| Height | 54.8 in | 56.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 318i318i | Saab 900S |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 3 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 318i | Saab 900 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 318i $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | S $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | S $0 MSRP |
| 3 | — | S $0 MSRP |
| 4 | — | SE $0 MSRP |
| 5 | — | SE $0 MSRP |
| 6 | — | SE $0 MSRP |
BMW 318i vs Saab 900 FAQ
- Which is better: 1998 BMW 318i or 1998 Saab 900?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1998 BMW 318i vs 1998 Saab 900 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 1998 BMW 318i or 1998 Saab 900?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 1998 BMW 318i starts lower at $0.
- Which has better combinedMpg: 1998 BMW 318i or 1998 Saab 900?
- The 1998 BMW 318i leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
- Which has better horsepower: 1998 BMW 318i or 1998 Saab 900?
- The 1998 Saab 900 leads on horsepower in this comparison (185).