2001 Saturn Vue vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 188 kg more than 2001 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn Vue. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saturn Vue | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Saturn | Subaru |
| Model | Vue | Outback |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
