2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Silverado and 2005 Saturn Vue were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (340 HP) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Vue. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 753 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.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (328 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | Silverado | Vue |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 328 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 62 L |