2006 BMW 120 vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120.
Because 2006 BMW 120 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 2006 BMW 120. 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, 2006 BMW 120 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 120 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:
| 2006 BMW 120 | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 120 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
