2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Saturn Vue

To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue.

Because 2006 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 530 2006 Saturn Vue
Make BMW Saturn
Model 530 Vue
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 3474 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 255 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 329 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption 8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.9 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 61 L


 

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