2001 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 BMW X5. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 124 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
Make | BMW | Saturn |
Model | X5 | Vue |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 61 L |