1996 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2003 Saturn Vue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn Vue weights approximately 61 kg more than 1996 BMW 325.
Because 1996 BMW 325 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 1996 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Saturn Vue, 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, 1996 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 325 | 2003 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 325 | Vue |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
