2009 BMW 125 vs. 2003 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2003 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn Vue weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Because 2009 BMW 125 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 2009 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2003 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 125 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |
