1996 Ford Versailles vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1996 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Versailles.
Because 2006 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Versailles. 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Versailles | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Versailles | Vue |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
