2009 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 1 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 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Vue. (170 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2009 BMW 320 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 320. 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, 2009 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 320 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
