1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (302 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (144 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1026 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Saturn |
| Model | Silver Spur | Vue |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 61 L |
