2006 Saturn Vue vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (144 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 390 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn Vue | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Saturn | Toyota |
Model | Vue | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |