2008 BMW 328 vs. 2007 Saturn ION
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn ION would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Saturn ION. (145 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn ION.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn ION. (203 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 2007 Saturn ION | |
Make | BMW | Saturn |
Model | 328 | ION |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 49 L |