2001 Saturn Vue vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 9 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Saturn Vue. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 48 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.
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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn Vue. (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saturn Vue | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Saturn | Saab |
| Model | Vue | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
