2006 Saturn Vue vs. 2011 BMW M3
To start off, 2011 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 61 kg more than 2011 BMW M3.
Because 2011 BMW M3 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 2011 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2011 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn Vue | 2011 BMW M3 | |
Make | Saturn | BMW |
Model | Vue | M3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |