2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2010 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,884 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (249 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Impala. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Saturn Vue. (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2010 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Impala | Vue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3884 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
