1972 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 254 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Suburban | Vue |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
