2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2003 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2003 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2003 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1410 kg more than 2003 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 2003 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | F-250 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 62 L |
