2005 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Altima (260 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 459 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Nissan Altima (334 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (328 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Altima | Vue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
