2007 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2008 Saturn Aura is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Aura. (164 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Aura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2008 Saturn Aura. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Aura. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Aura. (216 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2008 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | BMW | Saturn |
| Model | X3 | Aura |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |
