2009 BMW 750 vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Vue. (172 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 750 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 750. 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | 750 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1950 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
