2005 Audi A8 vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A8 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Audi A8.
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, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | A8 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
