2007 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Saturn L
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn L would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Saturn L. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Saturn L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saturn L, 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, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn L. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2001 Saturn L | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 320 | L |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
