2003 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Saturn Vue. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn Vue weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Saturn Vue (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325. 2001 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2001 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 325 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
