2007 Saturn Outlook vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn Outlook. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn Outlook would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Outlook (270 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 BMW 5 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saturn Outlook. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Outlook. (336 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Saturn Outlook | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Saturn | BMW |
| Model | Outlook | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
