2003 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Vue weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Saturn Vue (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325. 2010 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. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 325 | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
Make | BMW | Saturn |
Model | 325 | Vue |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |