2012 BMW 120 vs. 2010 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Saturn Outlook. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Saturn Outlook would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Outlook (281 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2010 Saturn Outlook.
Because 2012 BMW 120 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 2012 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook, 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, 2010 Saturn Outlook (361 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 120 | 2010 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 120 | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 83 L |
