1999 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 330 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 246 kg more than 1999 BMW 330.
Because 1999 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 2006 Saturn ION | |
Make | BMW | Saturn |
Model | 330 | ION |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |