1999 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1999 Saab 05-Sep.
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 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 1999 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 1999 Saab 05-Sep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Saab 05-Sep | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Saab | Saturn |
| Model | 05-Sep | Vue |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
