2005 Pontiac Sunfire 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 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (144 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 183 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Sunfire | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Pontiac | Saturn |
Model | Sunfire | Vue |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2189 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1444 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |