2001 Saturn SC vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2001 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2011 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saturn SC | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Saturn | BMW |
| Model | SC | 120 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
