2006 Saturn Vue vs. 2001 Subaru HM-01
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru HM-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru HM-01 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru HM-01. (57 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru HM-01.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Vue | 2001 Subaru HM-01 | |
| Make | Saturn | Subaru |
| Model | Vue | HM-01 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 45 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |
