1999 Mazda MPV vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Mazda MPV. 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, 1999 Mazda MPV (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda MPV | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Mazda | Saturn |
| Model | MPV | Vue |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2710 mm |
