2006 Saturn Vue vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic is newer by 6 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 150 more horse power than 2012 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Trafic.
Because 2006 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Trafic. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Trafic. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Trafic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn Vue | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Saturn | Renault |
Model | Vue | Trafic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 90 L |