2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 2009 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X Coupe (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Aura. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Aura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 251 kg more than 2009 Saturn Aura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Aura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Aura. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X Coupe | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | X Coupe | Aura |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 61 L |
