2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2010 Saturn Vue

To start off, 2010 Saturn Vue is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Elantra would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Vue (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.

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, 2010 Saturn Vue (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. 2010 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 Hyundai Elantra 2010 Saturn Vue
Make Hyundai Saturn
Model Elantra Vue
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 2384 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 167 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 143 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1860 mm