1996 BMW 540 vs. 2010 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2010 Saturn Outlook is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Saturn Outlook. (281 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2010 Saturn Outlook. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2010 Saturn Outlook. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Outlook. (361 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2010 Saturn Outlook | |
Make | BMW | Saturn |
Model | 540 | Outlook |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |