1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Saturn Vue (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Opel | Saturn |
| Model | Calibra | Vue |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
