2004 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2010 Saturn Outlook is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Outlook (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2010 Saturn Outlook.
Because 2010 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Saturn Outlook (361 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (237 Nm). This means 2010 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2010 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 525 | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
