2009 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Saturn Vue

To start off, both 2009 BMW 330 and 2009 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.

Because 2009 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 330 2009 Saturn Vue
Make BMW Saturn
Model 330 Vue
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2401 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 172 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 227 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 68 L