2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Saturn Vue. (257 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2010 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (337 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Express | Vue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
