2006 Maserati Coupe vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Vue. (257 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Maserati Coupe.
Because 2006 Maserati Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Vue. (336 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Coupe | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Maserati | Saturn |
Model | Coupe | Vue |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 61 L |