2006 Saturn Vue vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP) has 183 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 971 kg more than 1996 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Skoda Felicia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Vue | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Saturn | Skoda |
| Model | Vue | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
