2006 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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 83 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (167 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Vue weights approximately 503 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Accord | Vue |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 217 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |