2006 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Saturn Vue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2007 Saturn Vue (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Elantra. 2007 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Elantra | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Hyundai | Saturn |
| Model | Elantra | Vue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
