2000 Saturn L vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn L (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn L weights approximately 74 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 116 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 2012 BMW 116. 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn L. (257 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn L | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Saturn | BMW |
| Model | L | 116 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
