1995 Nissan Sunny vs. 2004 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2004 Saturn Vue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn Vue (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn Vue weights approximately 445 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sunny. 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, 2004 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Sunny | 2004 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Nissan | Saturn |
Model | Sunny | Vue |
Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |