2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 15 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (219 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
Model | Santa Fe | Vue |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |