2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (249 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Because 2001 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (414 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue. 2009 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Mustang 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.
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2001 Ford Mustang | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Mustang | Vue |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |