2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 6 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 24 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 68 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. 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 Mazda 6. 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 Mazda 6 (323 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Mazda | Saturn |
Model | 6 | Vue |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 143 HP |
Torque | 323 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |