2002 Saturn Vue vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2002 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Saturn Vue | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Saturn | Citroen |
| Model | Vue | C5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 68 L |
