2009 Saturn Vue vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 1041 kg more than 2009 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X6 (610 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Saturn Vue | 2013 BMW X6 | |
Make | Saturn | BMW |
Model | Vue | X6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 337 Nm | 610 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2195 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |