2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2001 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1134 kg more than 2001 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn Vue. (207 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2001 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Express | Vue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 62 L |
