2005 Saturn Vue vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 8 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 70 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (180 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Because 2005 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. 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 Vue (328 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saturn Vue | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Saturn | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vue | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 71 L |
