2007 Ford GT 500 vs. 2002 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2002 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2002 Saturn Vue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford GT 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford GT 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Saturn Vue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Saturn Vue. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford GT 500 | 2002 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | GT 500 | Vue |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
