2005 BMW 545 vs. 2010 Saturn Vue

To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2010 Saturn Vue. (257 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2010 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2010 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 BMW 545 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 545 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.

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2005 BMW 545 2010 Saturn Vue
Make BMW Saturn
Model 545 Vue
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 3564 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 257 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 337 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1329 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.2 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.2 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 72 L