2004 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Vue. (144 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 299 kg more than 2005 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 325 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 144 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
