2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (341 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2010 Saturn Vue. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 690 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Silverado | Vue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
