2002 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Vue. (169 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1475 kg more than 2008 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (219 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Excursion | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Excursion | Vue |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 72 L |
