2003 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 6 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Saturn Vue (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Opel | Saturn |
Model | Astra | Vue |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 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 | 4260 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 68 L |