2001 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Saturn Vue. (257 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Vue weights approximately 31 kg more than 2001 Ford Mustang.
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, 2010 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 (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mustang | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Mustang | Vue |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
