2003 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Saturn Vue is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra.
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, 2007 Saturn Vue (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Opel | Saturn |
| Model | Astra | Vue |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
