2001 Saturn Vue vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 11 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 15 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Saturn Vue.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn Vue. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn Vue. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando has automatic transmission and 2001 Saturn Vue has manual transmission. 2001 Saturn Vue will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Saturn Vue | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Saturn | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vue | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| 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 | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
