2007 Saturn Vue vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 6 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2007 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Saturn Vue.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Saturn Vue. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Saturn | BMW |
Model | Vue | X5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed 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 | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2933 mm |