2001 Saturn Vue vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 10 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, 2001 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Saturn Vue.
Because 2011 Nissan NP300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Saturn Vue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saturn Vue | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Saturn | Nissan |
| Model | Vue | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
