2007 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Impala (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (144 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Impala (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Impala | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | Impala | Vue |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
