2009 BMW 523 vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 456 kg more than 2009 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 523 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 523. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 523 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
