2006 Saturn Vue vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 4 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 196 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Vue | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Saturn | GMC |
| Model | Vue | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |
