2008 BMW 135 vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 is newer by 2 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 386 kg more than 2008 BMW 135.
Because 2008 BMW 135 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 2008 BMW 135. 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 135 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 61 L |
