2001 Saturn Vue vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Saturn Vue. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn Vue.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn Vue. (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saturn Vue | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Vue | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3710 mm |
