2006 Saturn Vue vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (144 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 87 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn Vue | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Saturn | Honda |
Model | Vue | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1531 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |