2004 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2002 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 2 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. Both 2004 Chevrolet Malibu and 2002 Saturn Vue are equipped with a 2,198 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saturn Vue weights approximately 11 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2002 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Malibu. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2002 Saturn Vue has manual transmission. 2002 Saturn Vue will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet Malibu | 2002 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Malibu | Vue |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |