2007 Saturn Vue vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Vue.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Vue. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Saturn Vue | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Saturn | BMW |
Model | Vue | X5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2934 mm |