2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 2002 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 394 kg more than 2002 Saturn Vue.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 2002 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Nissan | Saturn |
| Model | Patrol | Vue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
