2000 BMW 316 vs. 2000 Saturn L
To start off, both 2000 BMW 316 and 2000 Saturn L were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2000 Saturn L.
Because 2000 BMW 316 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 2000 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L, 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, 2000 Saturn L (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 316 | 2000 Saturn L | |
Make | BMW | Saturn |
Model | 316 | L |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |