2005 Saturn Vue vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Vue (250 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (156 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 186 kg more than 2008 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 Vue (328 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Vue | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Saturn | Subaru |
| Model | Vue | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
