1999 Fiat Duna vs. 2004 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2004 Saturn Vue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn Vue (144 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn Vue weights approximately 515 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Duna | 2004 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Fiat | Saturn |
Model | Duna | Vue |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |