2005 Saturn Vue vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 5 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 67 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (183 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2005 Saturn Vue.
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 Saturn Vue (328 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Vue | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Saturn | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Vue | 159 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 183 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
