2008 Saturn Vue vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Vue. (170 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue. 2008 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Saturn Vue | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Saturn | BMW |
| Model | Vue | 335 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
