2005 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2008 Saturn Outlook is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Outlook (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Saturn Outlook.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Saturn Outlook (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2008 Saturn Outlook | |
Make | BMW | Saturn |
Model | 525 | Outlook |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |