2006 Saturn Vue vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 199 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour.
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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn Vue | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Saturn | Honda |
Model | Vue | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |