2005 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Saturn Vue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Vue.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Vue. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Vue. 2007 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 530 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
