2006 Saturn Vue vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 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 142 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 766 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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 2009 Honda Civic. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn Vue | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Saturn | Honda |
Model | Vue | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |