2005 Mazda AZ vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2005 Mazda AZ 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (144 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 651 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda AZ | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Mazda | Saturn |
Model | AZ | Vue |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 144 HP |
Torque | 106 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |