2005 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2005 Saturn Vue

To start off, both 2005 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Vue. (144 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 244 kg more than 2005 Saturn Vue. 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (311 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Saab 05-Sep 2005 Saturn Vue
Make Saab Saturn
Model 05-Sep Vue
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2290 cc 2196 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 144 HP
Torque 311 Nm 206 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 94 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 1411 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 62 L


 

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