1988 Pontiac Banshee 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 Pontiac Banshee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Banshee would be higher. At 4,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Banshee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 265 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Pontiac Banshee | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
| Model | Banshee | Vue |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4042 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
