2000 Saturn SC vs. 2000 BMW 330
To start off, both 2000 Saturn SC and 2000 BMW 330 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC, 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 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (165 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC. 2000 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2000 Saturn SC has manual transmission. 2000 Saturn SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn SC | 2000 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Saturn | BMW |
| Model | SC | 330 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
