2001 Saturn Vue vs. 2009 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Swift is newer by 8 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 81 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn Vue weights approximately 235 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki Swift 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, 2009 Suzuki Swift 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 Saturn Vue (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saturn Vue | 2009 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Saturn | Suzuki |
| Model | Vue | Swift |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2400 mm |
