2006 Saturn Vue vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 667 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. 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 (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn Vue | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Saturn | Volkswagen |
Model | Vue | Touran |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1279 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |