2006 Saturn Vue vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2011 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 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 (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300. 2006 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Saturn Vue | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Saturn | Nissan |
| Model | Vue | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 131 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |
