1996 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Saturn Vue. (249 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Because 1996 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | A8 | Vue |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 61 L |
