2007 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (144 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 166 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 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 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Audi | Saturn |
| Model | A4 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
