2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2005 Saturn Vue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Vue. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 281 kg more than 2005 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 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | F-150 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 94 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
