2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 2010 Saturn Vue

To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (222 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Vue weights approximately 555 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Saturn Vue (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Coupe has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Coupe 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:

2000 Fiat Coupe 2010 Saturn Vue
Make Fiat Saturn
Model Coupe Vue
Year Released 2000 2010
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1746 cc 3490 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 222 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 297 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 99.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 75.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 64 L


 

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