2004 Saturn Vue vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Saturn Vue. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn Vue weights approximately 21 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
Because 2004 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Saturn Vue 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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Saturn Vue | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Saturn | Honda |
| Model | Vue | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1534 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
