2002 Acura TL vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Acura TL. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura TL weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Saturn Vue.
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, 2009 Saturn Vue (337 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura TL. (315 Nm). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura TL | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Acura | Saturn |
| Model | TL | Vue |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3212 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
