1993 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 946 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 2006 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Italdesign Nazca. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Italdesign Nazca | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Italdesign | Saturn |
| Model | Nazca | Vue |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
