1994 Renault 19 vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 255 kg more than 1994 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 19 | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | 19 | Vue |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
