1988 Audi V8 vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi V8 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Audi V8. (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 156 kg more than 1988 Audi V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Audi V8 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, 1988 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi V8 | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | V8 | Vue |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
