2012 BMW 740 vs. 2010 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 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, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Saturn Outlook. (277 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2010 Saturn Outlook.
Because 2012 BMW 740 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 740. 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Outlook. (253 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Outlook.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 740 | 2010 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 740 | Outlook |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 253 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
