2001 Saturn Vue vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (144 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Saturn Vue weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
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 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saturn Vue | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Saturn | Suzuki |
| Model | Vue | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
