2009 BMW X5 vs. 1991 Saturn Sedan
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sedan would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (85 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X5 weights approximately 432 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Saturn Sedan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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, 2009 BMW X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1991 Saturn Sedan | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | X5 | Sedan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
