2001 Saturn Vue vs. 2012 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2012 Honda Jazz 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Saturn Vue (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Jazz.
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 (263 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Jazz. 2001 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Saturn Vue | 2012 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Saturn | Honda |
Model | Vue | Jazz |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |