2007 Ford Expedition vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2006 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Expedition weights approximately 467 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 2007 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue. 2007 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2006 Saturn Vue has manual transmission. 2006 Saturn Vue will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Ford Expedition | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Expedition | Vue |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 61 L |