2000 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Vue weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 318 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
