2000 Saturn LW vs. 2003 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2003 Saturn Vue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. Both 2000 Saturn LW and 2003 Saturn Vue are equipped with a 2,198 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Saturn LW. (136 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2000 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saturn Vue weights approximately 48 kg more than 2000 Saturn LW. 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, 2003 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Saturn LW. (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Saturn LW. 2000 Saturn LW has automatic transmission and 2003 Saturn Vue has manual transmission. 2003 Saturn Vue will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Saturn LW will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saturn LW | 2003 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Saturn | Saturn |
| Model | LW | Vue |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
