2001 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2002 Saturn Vue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW 320 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 2001 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2001 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 2002 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 320 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1656 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
