2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (249 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | F-150 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
