2005 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Saturn Vue

To start off, both 2005 BMW 530 and 2005 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Vue. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 204 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.

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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 530 2005 Saturn Vue
Make BMW Saturn
Model 530 Vue
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 2194 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 143 HP
Torque 300 Nm 206 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1556 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 62 L


 

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