2005 Saturn Vue vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, both 2005 Saturn Vue and 2005 Saturn L were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (182 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Vue. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Saturn L.
Because 2005 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn L. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue 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 L (258 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Saturn Vue | 2005 Saturn L | |
Make | Saturn | Saturn |
Model | Vue | L |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 182 HP |
Torque | 206 Nm | 258 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1468 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |