2006 Saturn Vue vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
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 (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Vue | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Saturn | Peugeot |
| Model | Vue | 408 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
