2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Vue. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 460 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (328 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Corvette | Vue |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |
