2002 BMW 740 vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2002 BMW 740 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2000 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 740 weights approximately 946 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 2002 BMW 740 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 2002 BMW 740. 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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn SC. (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 740 | SC |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
