2007 Acura RDX vs. 2003 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2003 Saturn Vue.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saturn Vue. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 2003 Saturn Vue has manual transmission. 2003 Saturn Vue will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2003 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Acura | Saturn |
| Model | RDX | Vue |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
