2006 Saturn Vue vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (144 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 232 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Vue | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vue | Golf |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
