2001 Saturn Vue vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 6 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saturn Vue (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn Vue weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Saturn Vue (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saturn Vue | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Vue | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
