2006 Saturn Vue vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 132 kg more than 1992 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Vue | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Vue | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
