1997 Daewoo Joyster vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Daewoo Joyster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Daewoo Joyster 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 161 more horse power than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. 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) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Daewoo Joyster. (137 Nm). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Daewoo Joyster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Daewoo Joyster | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Daewoo | Saturn |
| Model | Joyster | Vue |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3474 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
