1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Saturn Vue is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 2007 Saturn Vue (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V. 2007 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 1999 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | HR-V | Vue |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
