1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP) has 400 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Vue. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 434 kg more than 2005 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Saturn |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Vue |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 62 L |
