2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Vue weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
Because 2009 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue. 2009 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ferrari 550 | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Ferrari | Saturn |
| Model | 550 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
