2001 Acura TL vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Saturn Vue. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Vue weights approximately 160 kg more than 2001 Acura TL.
Because 2010 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura TL. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Acura | Saturn |
Model | TL | Vue |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |