2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2005 Ford Fiesta 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (143 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 348 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Saturn Vue (206 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Fiesta | Vue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1556 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
