2009 Saturn Outlook vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Saturn Outlook. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saturn Outlook would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Outlook. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Outlook. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 Saturn Outlook. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Saturn Outlook is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Outlook. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Outlook | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Saturn | BMW |
| Model | Outlook | 740 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 82 L |
