2008 BMW 635 vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2008 BMW 635 and 2008 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 BMW 635.
Because 2008 BMW 635 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 635. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 635 (581 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 635 | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
Make | BMW | Saturn |
Model | 635 | Vue |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 581 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |