2006 Saturn Vue vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (144 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 146 kg more than 2006 Saturn Vue. 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Vue | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Saturn | Toyota |
| Model | Vue | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
